Samsung NX1000 vs Sony NEX-5R

Here is a complete review of the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and NEX-5R (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was introduced 4 months earlier than the NEX-5R so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NX1000 scores versus the NEX-5R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1000 offers outer measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

See the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony NEX-5R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX1000 vs the NEX-5R.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and NEX-5R is 90 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and NEX-5R.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung NX1000 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.