Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210
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68 Overall
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Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011

Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung NX mini versus Samsung WB210, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and WB210 (14MP) and the NX mini (1") and WB210 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

The NX mini was brought out 2 years after the WB210 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NX mini grades vs the WB210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini and Samsung WB210. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Samsung WB210
NX mini | WB210 | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 33 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 1k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Samsung NX mini
WB210 | NX mini | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Samsung WB210
NX mini | WB210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini features exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung WB210 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX mini versus Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the NX mini versus the WB210.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and WB210 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and WB210.
As you can see, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will provide you with more detail having its extra 6.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher NX mini should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX mini vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX mini | Samsung WB210 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-03-19 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX-M | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 2 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 1 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 196 gr (0.43 pounds) | 174 gr (0.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | B740 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $530 | $279 |