Samsung NX100 vs Sony HX1

Let's look more closely at the Samsung NX100 versus Sony HX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and HX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX100 was introduced 17 months later than the HX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NX100 matches up against the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 has outer measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the NX100 compared to the HX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and HX1 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and HX1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX100 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX100 will offer you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher NX100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.