Samsung NX1 vs Samsung WB150F

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung NX1 versus Samsung WB150F, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and WB150F (14MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and WB150F (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The NX1 was introduced 2 years after the WB150F which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX1 grades versus the WB150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1 & Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Samsung WB150F Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 has outer measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Samsung WB150F has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the NX1 and the WB150F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and WB150F is 66 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and WB150F.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX1 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung NX1 will provide extra detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent NX1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.