Samsung NX1 vs Sony HX100V

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung NX1 vs Sony HX100V, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The NX1 was launched 2 years after the HX100V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the NX1 matches up versus the HX100V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1 enjoys 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 Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX1 against the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and HX100V is 66 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and HX100V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX1 will render more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher NX1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.