Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony TX1

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony TX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy NX was introduced 3 years after the TX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Galaxy NX matches up against the TX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung Galaxy NX features outside dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Galaxy NX versus the TX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and TX1 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy NX and TX1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will render greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer Galaxy NX should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.