Samsung NX11 vs Sony WX5

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX11 vs Sony WX5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the NX11 (APS-C) and WX5 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX11 was introduced 6 months later than the WX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the NX11 scores against the WX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX11 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX11 enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX11 vs Sony WX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the NX11 against the WX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX11 and WX5 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX11 and WX5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX11 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX11 will provide you with more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.