Samsung NX1 vs Sony TX1

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung NX1 and Sony TX1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX1 was manufactured 5 years after the TX1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the NX1 grades versus the TX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 has got outer measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the NX1 versus the TX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1 and TX1 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and TX1.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX1 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX1 will provide greater detail due to its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer NX1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.