Samsung NX1000 vs Sony TX55

Its time to look much closer at the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony TX55, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the NX1000 (APS-C) and TX55 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The NX1000 was launched 9 months later than the TX55 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NX1000 grades against the TX55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 features outer 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) and the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony TX55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NX1000 vs the TX55.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and TX55 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and TX55.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX1000 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher NX1000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.