Samsung NX1 vs Sony TX20

Below, we are comparing the Samsung NX1 versus Sony TX20, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and TX20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX1 was unveiled 2 years after the TX20 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the NX1 grades vs the TX20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1 offers external dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1 versus Sony TX20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the NX1 against the TX20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX1 and TX20 is 66 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and TX20.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX1 having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX1 will deliver greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent NX1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.