Samsung NX11 vs Sony W380

Here is a detailed overview of the Samsung NX11 and Sony W380, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX11 (15MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the NX11 (APS-C) and W380 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The NX11 was revealed 12 months later than the W380 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the NX11 scores versus the W380 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX11 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX11 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX11 features external 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 W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX11 compared to the W380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX11 and W380 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX11 and W380.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX11 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX11 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer NX11 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.