Samsung NX mini vs Sony ZV-E1

The following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung NX mini and Sony ZV-E1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the NX mini (1") and ZV-E1 (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The NX mini was unveiled 10 years prior to the ZV-E1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the NX mini grades vs the ZV-E1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX mini and Sony ZV-E1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the NX mini compared to the ZV-E1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and ZV-E1 is 93 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and ZV-E1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX mini will produce extra detail having an extra 8.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged NX mini will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.