Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1").

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The NX mini was introduced 14 months earlier than the RX10 II which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX mini grades against the RX10 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX mini has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony RX10 II has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the NX mini and the RX10 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and RX10 II is 93 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and RX10 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung NX mini to offer extra detail using its extra 0.5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged NX mini is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.