Samsung NX1100 vs Sony H20

Below is a in depth review of the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony H20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and H20 (10MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and H20 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The NX1100 was introduced 3 years later than the H20 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the NX1100 scores versus the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1100 comes with external 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 H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony H20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX1100 vs the H20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and H20 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and H20.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX1100 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will show extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent NX1100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.