Samsung NX100 vs Sony RX100 II

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung NX100 and Sony RX100 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The NX100 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the RX100 II which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the NX100 scores versus the RX100 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 features physical 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) and the Sony RX100 II has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the NX100 against the RX100 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and RX100 II is 88 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and RX100 II.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX100 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony RX100 II will resolve extra detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.