Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched March 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8) lens
- 813g - 129 x 88 x 102mm
- Introduced June 2015
- Old Model is Sony RX10
- Replacement is Sony RX10 III

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II Overview
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").

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.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Sony RX10 II
NX mini | RX10 II | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 II over the Samsung NX mini
RX10 II | NX mini | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | ![]() | March 2014 | More modern by 14 months |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+768k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Sony RX10 II
NX mini | RX10 II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II Sensor Comparison
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.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 II Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-03-19 | 2015-06-10 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX-M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 2 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 14.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.20 m |
Flash settings | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 196 grams (0.43 pounds) | 813 grams (1.79 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 129 x 88 x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 531 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | 400 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | B740 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $530 | $998 |