Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX9V

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX9V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the NX mini (1") and HX9V (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The NX mini was announced 2 years after the HX9V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX mini scores vs the HX9V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini offers external measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the NX mini vs the HX9V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and HX9V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and HX9V.

All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will show greater detail with its extra 4.5MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger NX mini is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.