Samsung NX11 vs Sony A77

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung NX11 and Sony A77, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX11 (15MP) and A77 (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX11 was released 10 months prior to the A77 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the NX11 scores versus the A77 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX11 and Sony SLT-A77. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX11 Gallery and Sony A77 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX11 features outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Sony A77 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX11 and Sony A77 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the NX11 compared to the A77.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX11 and A77 is 80 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX11 and A77.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A77 to show more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The older NX11 will be behind in sensor tech.