Samsung NX1000 vs Sony TX1

Below, we are comparing the Samsung NX1000 and Sony TX1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX1000 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor measurements.

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The NX1000 was unveiled 2 years later than the TX1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the NX1000 grades versus the TX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1000 has 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) while the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX1000 and Sony TX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the NX1000 compared to the TX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX1000 and TX1 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1000 and TX1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX1000 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX1000 will give greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern NX1000 provides an advantage in sensor tech.