Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX1

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX1100 was brought out 3 years later than the TX1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NX1100 scores versus the TX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1100 has got 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 TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX1100 against the TX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and TX1 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1100 and TX1.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX1100 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX1100 will result in extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher NX1100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.