Samsung NX1100 vs Sony W530

Here is a extended analysis of the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony W530, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and W530 (14MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and W530 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX1100 was manufactured 2 years later than the W530 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the NX1100 matches up vs the W530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1100 has got outer dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony W530 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the NX1100 against the W530.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and W530 is 90 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and W530.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX1100 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will give you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher NX1100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.