Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310

Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and W310 (12MP) and the NX210 (APS-C) and W310 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The NX210 was revealed 2 years after the W310 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX210 grades versus the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX210 comes with external measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX210 vs Sony W310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NX210 against the W310.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX210 and W310 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX210 and W310.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX210 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX210 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent NX210 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.