Samsung NX30 vs Sony RX1

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung NX30 and Sony RX1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX30 (20MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is fairly comparable but the NX30 (APS-C) and RX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX30 was revealed 11 months later than the RX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the NX30 scores versus the RX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX30 provides exterior dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX30 and Sony RX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NX30 and the RX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX30 and RX1 is 75 and 79 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX30 and RX1.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX30 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony RX1 will produce more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent NX30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.