Samsung NX mini vs Samsung SL720

In this article, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX mini vs Samsung SL720, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and SL720 (12MP) and the NX mini (1") and SL720 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The NX mini was unveiled 4 years after the SL720 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the NX mini scores vs the SL720 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX mini & Samsung SL720. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung SL720 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the NX mini and the SL720.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and SL720 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and SL720.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will result in greater detail having an extra 8.5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher NX mini provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.