Samsung NX mini vs Sony A230

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung NX mini versus Sony A230, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and A230 (10MP) and the NX mini (1") and A230 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The NX mini was introduced 4 years after the A230 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the NX mini scores versus the A230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini offers external dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony A230 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") along with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX mini versus Sony A230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the NX mini against the A230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and A230 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and A230.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX mini will provide greater detail using its extra 10.5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer NX mini is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.