Samsung NX100 vs Sony A550

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX100 and Sony A550, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the A550 (14MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX100 was announced 10 months later than the A550 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the NX100 grades versus the A550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 offers external measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony A550 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX100 and Sony A550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the NX100 versus the A550.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and A550 is 88 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and A550.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung NX100 to result in extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer NX100 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.