Samsung NX mini vs Sony A7c

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX mini and Sony A7c, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the A7c (24MP) is relatively well matched but the NX mini (1") and A7c (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The NX mini was launched 7 years prior to the A7c and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the NX mini scores versus the A7c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini & Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini comes with physical 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 Sony A7c has measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX mini and Sony A7c in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the NX mini vs the A7c.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and A7c is 93 and 78 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and A7c.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX mini because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony A7c will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 3.5MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older NX mini is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.