Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX30V

Here is a thorough overview of the Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX30V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is very comparable but the NX11 (APS-C) and HX30V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The NX11 was manufactured 14 months prior to the HX30V making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX11 matches up against the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX11 has outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the NX11 vs the HX30V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and HX30V is 80 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX11 and HX30V.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX11 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX30V will provide greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older NX11 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.