Samsung NX1 vs Sony ZV-1

Following is a thorough review of the Samsung NX1 and Sony ZV-1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX1 was revealed 6 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the NX1 grades versus the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1 enjoys exterior measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1 and Sony ZV-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NX1 against the ZV-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1 and ZV-1 is 66 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1 and ZV-1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX1 having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX1 will give you more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.