Samsung NX1 vs Sony WX9

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung NX1 versus Sony WX9, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX1 was introduced 3 years after the WX9 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the NX1 grades vs the WX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1 has got outer dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1 versus Sony WX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the NX1 and the WX9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and WX9 is 66 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and WX9.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX1 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX1 will result in extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent NX1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.