Samsung NX100 vs Sony QX100

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung NX100 versus Sony QX100, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Lens-style by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and QX100 (1") come with totally different sensor size.

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The NX100 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the QX100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX100 matches up vs the QX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony QX100 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 features 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) and the Sony QX100 has sizing of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX100 versus Sony QX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX100 against the QX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and QX100 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and QX100.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX100 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony QX100 will provide extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older NX100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.