Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX30V

Below is a in depth analysis of the Samsung NX mini and Sony HX30V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is very close but the NX mini (1") and HX30V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX mini was revealed 2 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX mini scores against the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX mini and Sony HX30V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the NX mini against the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and HX30V.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX mini having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX mini will render greater detail because of its extra 2.5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger NX mini will have a benefit in sensor technology.