Samsung NX200 vs Sony HX1

Here is a extensive review of the Samsung NX200 and Sony HX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and HX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The NX200 was introduced 2 years later than the HX1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the NX200 scores versus the HX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX200 comes with exterior measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX200 and Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX200 and the HX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and HX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and HX1.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX200 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX200 will result in extra detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern NX200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.