Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A6400

The following is a extended analysis of the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony A6400, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was revealed 6 years earlier than the A6400 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NX1100 grades against the A6400 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1100 & Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sony A6400 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1100 offers physical dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony A6400 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the NX1100 versus the A6400.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and A6400 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1100 and A6400.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A6400 to render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged NX1100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.