Samsung NX mini vs Sony W800

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX mini and Sony W800, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the W800 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the NX mini (1") and W800 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX mini was introduced 2 months after the W800 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the NX mini grades versus the W800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini offers external dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX mini and Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the NX mini against the W800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and W800 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and W800.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX mini with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will show more detail using its extra 0.5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively.