Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9
88 Imaging
55 Features
54 Overall
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99 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Released September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
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On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is very comparable but the NX100 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe NX100 was revealed 3 months earlier than the WX9 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NX100 grades vs the WX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Sony WX9
| NX100 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Samsung NX100
| WX9 | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 614k | Crisper display (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX100 and Sony WX9
| NX100 | WX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2010 |  | January 2011 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 has got outer dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the NX100 and the WX9.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX100 and WX9 is 88 and 99 respectively.
Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX100 and WX9.
Plainly, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX100 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony WX9 will produce extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
| Samsung NX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung NX100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2010-09-14 | 2011-01-06 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DRIMe Engine | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 15 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Number of lenses | 32 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 614k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | VGA AMOLED | XtraFine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 282g (0.62 lb) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 62 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 563 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 420 images | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $386 | $188 |
