Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX5

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the NX mini (1") and WX5 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX mini was announced 3 years after the WX5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX mini matches up vs the WX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in 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") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the NX mini against the WX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and WX5 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX mini and WX5.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX mini having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will provide extra detail with its extra 8.5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer NX mini will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.