Samsung NX1 vs Sony RX100 VA

In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung NX1 vs Sony RX100 VA, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and RX100 VA (1") possess different sensor measurements.

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The NX1 was released 4 years earlier than the RX100 VA which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX1 matches up versus the RX100 VA when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 provides physical measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VA has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the NX1 versus the RX100 VA.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and RX100 VA is 66 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and RX100 VA.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX1 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged NX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.