Samsung NX11 vs Sony A580

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung NX11 versus Sony A580, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the A580 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX11 was launched 4 months prior to the A580 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX11 matches up vs the A580 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX11 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX11 features physical measurements 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 Sony A580 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX11 versus Sony A580 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the NX11 against the A580.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and A580 is 80 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX11 and A580.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony A580 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.