Samsung NX100 vs Sony W510

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX100 and Sony W510, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and W510 (12MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and W510 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The NX100 was unveiled 3 months before the W510 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the NX100 scores against the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 provides outer measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX100 and Sony W510 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the NX100 and the W510.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and W510 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and W510.

All in all, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX100 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX100 will resolve greater detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively.