Samsung NX mini vs Sony TX1

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Samsung NX mini versus Sony TX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX mini (1") and TX1 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX mini was manufactured 4 years after the TX1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the NX mini grades vs the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini comes with outer 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 TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX mini versus the TX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and TX1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and TX1.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX mini featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX mini will resolve greater detail due to its extra 10.5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern NX mini will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.