Samsung NX11 vs Samsung SL30

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung NX11 versus Samsung SL30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and SL30 (10MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and SL30 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX11 was brought out 23 months later than the SL30 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the NX11 grades against the SL30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX11 and Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX11 provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX11 versus Samsung SL30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX11 versus the SL30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX11 and SL30 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX11 and SL30.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX11 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX11 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern NX11 will have a benefit in sensor tech.