Samsung NX1 vs Sony H70

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung NX1 and Sony H70, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and H70 (16MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and H70 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The NX1 was announced 3 years later than the H70 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX1 grades vs the H70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1 enjoys exterior 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 Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX1 versus the H70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and H70 is 66 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and H70.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX1 will give you greater detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent NX1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.