Samsung NX mini vs Sony a5000

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung NX mini vs Sony a5000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the a5000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the NX mini (1") and a5000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX mini was brought out 3 months later than the a5000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the NX mini scores vs the a5000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX mini and Sony Alpha a5000. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX mini features outside measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony a5000 has proportions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX mini vs Sony a5000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the NX mini compared to the a5000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and a5000 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and a5000.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX mini because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX mini will give you more detail having its extra 0.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.