Samsung NX2000 vs Sony WX1

Below, we are comparing the Samsung NX2000 and Sony WX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and WX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX2000 was revealed 4 years after the WX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the NX2000 grades vs the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX2000 has physical dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX2000 and Sony WX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX2000 vs the WX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and WX1 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and WX1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX2000 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX2000 will show extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger NX2000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.