Samsung NX1100 vs Sony W510

Let's look more closely at the Samsung NX1100 and Sony W510, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and W510 (12MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and W510 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX1100 was introduced 2 years later than the W510 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the NX1100 matches up versus the W510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1100 offers exterior measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony W510 has measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX1100 and Sony W510 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX1100 and the W510.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and W510 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1100 and W510.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX1100 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX1100 will deliver more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer NX1100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.