Samsung NX mini vs Sony NEX-F3

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX mini vs Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the NX mini (1") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX mini was launched 20 months later than the NEX-F3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the NX mini grades against the NEX-F3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini provides outside dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX mini vs Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the NX mini versus the NEX-F3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and NEX-F3 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX mini and NEX-F3.

Plainly, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX mini due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX mini will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent NX mini is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.