Samsung NX1100 vs Sony a5100

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung NX1100 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was released 16 months prior to the a5100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NX1100 matches up vs the a5100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1100 comes with external measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1100 and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the NX1100 vs the a5100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1100 and a5100 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and a5100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony a5100 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older NX1100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.