Samsung NX100 vs Sony A77

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung NX100 and Sony A77, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and A77 (24MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX100 was announced 13 months earlier than the A77 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the NX100 scores against the A77 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 and Sony SLT-A77. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX100 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony A77 has specifications of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX100 and Sony A77 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the NX100 against the A77.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and A77 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and A77.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony A77 to provide greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older NX100 will be behind in sensor tech.