Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX50

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX50, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty similar but the NX100 (APS-C) and WX50 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX100 was manufactured 16 months before the WX50 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the NX100 grades against the WX50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX100 enjoys physical 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) while the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the NX100 vs the WX50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and WX50 is 88 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and WX50.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX100 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony WX50 will offer greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.