Samsung NX1 vs Sony T90

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung NX1 and Sony T90, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and T90 (12MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and T90 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX1 was introduced 5 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the NX1 scores versus the T90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1 comes with physical measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony T90 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1 and Sony T90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the NX1 versus the T90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and T90 is 66 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1 and T90.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX1 will render greater detail using its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern NX1 will have an advantage in sensor tech.