Samsung NX100 vs Sony RX10 II

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung NX100 and Sony RX10 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and RX10 II (20MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and RX10 II (1") come with totally different sensor size.

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The NX100 was revealed 5 years prior to the RX10 II which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the NX100 grades versus the RX10 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 has exterior measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony RX10 II has dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX100 and Sony RX10 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the NX100 and the RX10 II.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and RX10 II is 88 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and RX10 II.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX100 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony RX10 II will offer extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.