Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony W650

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony W650, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and W650 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and W650 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The Galaxy NX was revealed 18 months after the W650 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Galaxy NX scores vs the W650 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX comes with external measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy NX against the W650.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and W650 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and W650.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger Galaxy NX is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.