Samsung NX100 vs Sony W570

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung NX100 versus Sony W570, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the W570 (16MP) is relatively similar but the NX100 (APS-C) and W570 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The NX100 was brought out 3 months before the W570 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX100 matches up against the W570 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX100 comes with outer 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 W570 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX100 versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the NX100 compared to the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and W570 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and W570.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX100 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W570 will offer you more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.