Samsung NX1000 vs Sony ZV-1

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung NX1000 and Sony ZV-1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is relatively close but the NX1000 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The NX1000 was introduced 9 years prior to the ZV-1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NX1000 matches up versus the ZV-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 and Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 has outside dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the NX1000 vs the ZV-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and ZV-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1000 and ZV-1.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The NX1000 comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier. The older NX1000 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.