Samsung NX mini vs Samsung TL100

In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung NX mini vs Samsung TL100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and TL100 (12MP) and the NX mini (1") and TL100 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX mini was revealed 5 years later than the TL100 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL100 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX mini grades versus the TL100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini & Samsung TL100. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Samsung TL100 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini has exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung TL100 has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the NX mini vs the TL100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and TL100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and TL100.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX mini having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will offer extra detail because of its extra 8.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent NX mini will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.