Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A58

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung NX1100 and Sony A58, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the A58 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was announced 7 months earlier than the A58 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX1100 grades vs the A58 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1100 & Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1100 provides 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 A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX1100 and Sony A58 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the NX1100 versus the A58.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and A58 is 90 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1100 and A58.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged NX1100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.