Samsung NX100 vs Sony W830

Here, we are contrasting the Samsung NX100 vs Sony W830, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and W830 (20MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX100 was manufactured 4 years prior to the W830 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NX100 scores versus the W830 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX100 enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the NX100 against the W830.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and W830 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX100 and W830.

Clearly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX100 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W830 will offer you more detail due to its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.