Samsung NX mini vs Sony A9

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung NX mini vs Sony A9, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the A9 (24MP) is fairly comparable but the NX mini (1") and A9 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX mini was brought out 4 years before the A9 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the NX mini grades versus the A9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini & Sony Alpha A9. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini provides 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 Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NX mini versus the A9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and A9 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and A9.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A9 will show more detail having its extra 3.5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX mini will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.