Samsung NX1100 vs Sony W710

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX1100 vs Sony W710, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and W710 (16MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and W710 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The NX1100 was unveiled 4 months later than the W710 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the NX1100 matches up versus the W710 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1100 features external dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the NX1100 versus the W710.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and W710 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1100 and W710.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1100 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX1100 will provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.