Samsung NX11 vs Sony A450

Below is a thorough analysis of the Samsung NX11 vs Sony A450, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX11 was announced 12 months later than the A450 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the NX11 matches up vs the A450 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX11 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX11 has got physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX11 and the A450.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX11 and A450 is 80 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX11 and A450.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX11 to resolve greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger NX11 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.