Samsung NX100 vs Sony W380

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Samsung NX100 and Sony W380, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly similar but the NX100 (APS-C) and W380 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The NX100 was revealed 9 months later than the W380 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the NX100 scores against the W380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 has outer dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony W380 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX100 and Sony W380 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the NX100 against the W380.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and W380 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX100 and W380.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX100 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX100 will offer extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern NX100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.