Samsung NX2000 vs Sony HX1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Samsung NX2000 vs Sony HX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and HX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX2000 was introduced 4 years later than the HX1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the NX2000 matches up vs the HX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX2000 comes with external dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has sizing of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

See the Samsung NX2000 vs Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the NX2000 compared to the HX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX2000 and HX1 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and HX1.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX2000 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX2000 will produce greater detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher NX2000 will have an edge in sensor tech.