Samsung NX100 vs Sony W690

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung NX100 vs Sony W690, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the NX100 (APS-C) and W690 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX100 was released 17 months prior to the W690 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX100 grades versus the W690 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 comes with 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) whilst the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the NX100 compared to the W690.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and W690 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The visual below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and W690.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX100 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony W690 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older NX100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.