Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III
93 Imaging
51 Features
68 Overall
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53 Imaging
52 Features
77 Overall
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum 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 Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-600mm (F2.4-4.0) lens
- 1051g - 133 x 94 x 127mm
- Announced March 2016
- Older Model is Sony RX10 II
- Replacement is Sony RX10 IV

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung NX mini versus Sony RX10 III, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1").

The NX mini was released 24 months before the RX10 III making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the NX mini grades vs the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Sony RX10 III
NX mini | RX10 III | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 III over the Samsung NX mini
RX10 III | NX mini | |||
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Announced | March 2016 | ![]() | March 2014 | Fresher by 24 months |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+768k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Sony RX10 III
NX mini | RX10 III | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") having a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX mini versus Sony RX10 III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the NX mini vs the RX10 III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and RX10 III is 93 and 53 respectively.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and RX10 III.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung NX mini to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 0.5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older NX mini is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX10 III Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-03-19 | 2016-03-29 |
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 measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5MP | 20MP |
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 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX-M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-600mm (25.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.4-4.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 2 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 14.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone 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 lbs) | 1051 grams (2.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 133 x 94 x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 472 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 shots | 420 shots |
Form 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 recording | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $530 | $1,398 |