Samsung NX1 vs Samsung SL820

Following is a complete comparison of the Samsung NX1 and Samsung SL820, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and SL820 (12MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and SL820 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The NX1 was introduced 5 years after the SL820 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NX1 matches up versus the SL820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1 & Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1 features outer measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Samsung SL820 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX1 vs the SL820.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and SL820 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and SL820.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX1 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX1 will offer greater detail using its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent NX1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.