Samsung NX mini vs Sony T99

Following is a extended analysis of the Samsung NX mini versus Sony T99, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and T99 (14MP) and the NX mini (1") and T99 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX mini was brought out 3 years after the T99 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the NX mini grades against the T99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX mini enjoys physical 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 T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX mini against the T99.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and T99.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX mini featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX mini will produce more detail having its extra 6.5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The newer NX mini will have a benefit in sensor innovation.