Samsung NX11 vs Sony TF1

In this write-up, we are matching up the Samsung NX11 and Sony TF1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very well matched but the NX11 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The NX11 was launched 3 years before the TF1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the NX11 grades vs the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX11 offers external dimensions 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 TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NX11 against the TF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX11 and TF1 is 80 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX11 and TF1.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX11 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony TF1 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older NX11 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.