Samsung NX mini vs Sony NEX-7

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung NX mini versus Sony NEX-7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the NEX-7 (24MP) is very comparable but the NX mini (1") and NEX-7 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX mini was announced 2 years after the NEX-7 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX mini grades against the NEX-7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini & Sony Alpha NEX-7. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini offers outer measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX mini versus Sony NEX-7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the NX mini against the NEX-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and NEX-7 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and NEX-7.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX mini with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-7 will produce more detail with its extra 3.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent NX mini is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.