Samsung NX11 vs Sony HX50V

Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung NX11 versus Sony HX50V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX11 was released 3 years before the HX50V and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the NX11 grades against the HX50V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX11 has physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX11 versus Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the NX11 vs the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and HX50V is 80 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX11 and HX50V.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX11 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX50V will give you more detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older NX11 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.