Samsung NX11 vs Sony QX100

Following is a extended review of the Samsung NX11 vs Sony QX100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and QX100 (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The NX11 was introduced 3 years prior to the QX100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NX11 grades vs the QX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX11 comes with outside dimensions 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 QX100 has sizing of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX11 vs Sony QX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NX11 compared to the QX100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX11 and QX100 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX11 and QX100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX11 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony QX100 will provide greater detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged NX11 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.