Samsung NX100 vs Sony W350

Following is a detailed overview of the Samsung NX100 and Sony W350, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the W350 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the NX100 (APS-C) and W350 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The NX100 was unveiled 9 months after the W350 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the NX100 matches up vs the W350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 offers external 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 W350 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX100 and Sony W350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the NX100 versus the W350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and W350 is 88 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX100 and W350.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX100 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX100 will show extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher NX100 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.