Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A550

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A550, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and A550 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was brought out 2 years after the A550 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the NX1000 grades against the A550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony A550 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1000 offers exterior dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A550 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NX1000 compared to the A550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and A550 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and A550.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung NX1000 to offer you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent NX1000 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.