Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX400V

Below is a detailed comparison of the Samsung NX mini versus Sony HX400V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively comparable but the NX mini (1") and HX400V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The NX mini was manufactured 2 months later than the HX400V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NX mini scores versus the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini has exterior 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 HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the NX mini versus the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and HX400V is 93 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and HX400V.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX mini featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX mini will produce greater detail due to its extra 0.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.