Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony WX150

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony WX150, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is very close but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and WX150 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The Galaxy NX was unveiled 16 months later than the WX150 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Galaxy NX grades against the WX150 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX enjoys 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 WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy NX against the WX150.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and WX150 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and WX150.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy NX having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher Galaxy NX will have a benefit in sensor tech.