Samsung NX100 vs Sony TX1

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX100 vs Sony TX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor size.

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The NX100 was released 14 months after the TX1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the NX100 matches up versus the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX100 has external measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX100 vs Sony TX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX100 against the TX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and TX1 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and TX1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX100 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX100 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern NX100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.