Samsung NX mini vs Sony NEX-5N

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung NX mini versus Sony NEX-5N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) and the NX mini (1") and NEX-5N (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The NX mini was manufactured 2 years later than the NEX-5N and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the NX mini scores vs the NEX-5N in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini offers exterior dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX mini versus Sony NEX-5N in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX mini against the NEX-5N.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and NEX-5N is 93 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and NEX-5N.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX mini featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX mini will resolve extra detail due to its extra 4.5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher NX mini should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.