Samsung NX mini vs Sony W570

Following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung NX mini and Sony W570, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and W570 (16MP) and the NX mini (1") and W570 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX mini was launched 3 years after the W570 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the NX mini scores vs the W570 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX mini features external 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) whilst the Sony W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX mini and Sony W570 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the NX mini compared to the W570.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and W570 is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and W570.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX mini because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4.5MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern NX mini will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.