Samsung NX mini vs Sony A850

The following is a complete analysis of the Samsung NX mini versus Sony A850, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the A850 (25MP) is pretty well matched but the NX mini (1") and A850 (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The NX mini was introduced 3 years after the A850 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX mini scores against the A850 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX mini & Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony A850 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini has got physical measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A850 has sizing of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the NX mini versus the A850.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and A850 is 93 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and A850.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A850 will give greater detail using its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer NX mini should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.