Samsung NX1 vs Samsung SL720

Let's look closer at the Samsung NX1 vs Samsung SL720, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and SL720 (12MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and SL720 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX1 was introduced 5 years later than the SL720 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX1 grades versus the SL720 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1 provides exterior dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1 vs Samsung SL720 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the NX1 against the SL720.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and SL720 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and SL720.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX1 will provide more detail using its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer NX1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.