Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX1

In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung NX mini versus Sony WX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the NX mini (1") and WX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX mini was introduced 4 years after the WX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the NX mini grades vs the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini offers outside measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX mini versus Sony WX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the NX mini vs the WX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and WX1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and WX1.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX mini having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX mini will show more detail using its extra 10.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer NX mini is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.