Samsung NX1 vs Sony HX7V

In this article, we are evaluating the Samsung NX1 and Sony HX7V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and HX7V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX1 was brought out 3 years later than the HX7V and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the NX1 scores vs the HX7V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1 and Sony HX7V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the NX1 compared to the HX7V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX1 and HX7V is 66 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1 and HX7V.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX1 because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX1 will render more detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher NX1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.