Samsung NX mini vs Sony S950

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung NX mini and Sony S950, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and S950 (10MP) and the NX mini (1") and S950 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The NX mini was launched 5 years later than the S950 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX mini scores against the S950 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX mini provides exterior 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 S950 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX mini and Sony S950 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the NX mini against the S950.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and S950 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX mini and S950.

As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX mini because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX mini will give greater detail utilizing its extra 10.5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger NX mini should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.