Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX10

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung NX100 and Sony WX10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is pretty similar but the NX100 (APS-C) and WX10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX100 was released 3 months before the WX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NX100 grades versus the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 comes with external 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 WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX100 and Sony WX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the NX100 and the WX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and WX10 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX100 and WX10.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX100 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony WX10 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively.