Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX100

Here is a extended overview of the Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX100, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1").

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The NX mini was unveiled 19 months later than the RX100 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the NX mini matches up against the RX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini provides physical measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony RX100 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX mini vs Sony RX100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the NX mini against the RX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and RX100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and RX100.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung NX mini to produce more detail having an extra 0.5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent NX mini will have a benefit in sensor tech.