Samsung NX100 vs Sony S950

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung NX100 vs Sony S950, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and S950 (10MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and S950 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX100 was brought out 20 months later than the S950 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the NX100 grades versus the S950 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX100 enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX100 vs Sony S950 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the NX100 vs the S950.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and S950 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX100 and S950.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX100 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung NX100 will offer you extra detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern NX100 will have a benefit in sensor tech.