Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX1100
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68 Overall
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Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced March 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1000
- Renewed by Samsung NX2000
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Samsung NX mini versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the NX mini (1") and NX1100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX mini was announced 12 months later than the NX1100 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the NX mini matches up against the NX1100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini and Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Samsung NX1100
NX mini | NX1100 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | April 2013 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Samsung NX mini
NX1100 | NX mini | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Samsung NX1100
NX mini | NX1100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX mini features outer dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX mini versus Samsung NX1100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the NX mini compared to the NX1100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and NX1100 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX mini and NX1100.
To sum up, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX mini using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX mini will resolve extra detail with its extra 0.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern NX mini will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX mini | Samsung NX1100 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-03-19 | 2013-04-11 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX-M | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 2 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 196 gr (0.43 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 shots | 320 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | B740 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $530 | $600 |