Samsung NX11 vs Sony TX1

Here is a thorough analysis of the Samsung NX11 versus Sony TX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX11 was brought out 17 months later than the TX1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NX11 scores vs the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX11 enjoys outer 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) and the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the NX11 compared to the TX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX11 and TX1 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX11 and TX1.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX11 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX11 will offer you extra detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher NX11 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.