Samsung NX100 vs Sony TX5

In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung NX100 and Sony TX5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and TX5 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX100 was launched 7 months after the TX5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX100 matches up against the TX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX100 features 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) and the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX100 vs the TX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and TX5 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and TX5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX100 due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX100 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger NX100 will have an edge in sensor tech.