Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX30

Below is a thorough assessment of the Samsung NX5 and Sony WX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX5 (15MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the NX5 (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX5 was launched 13 months earlier than the WX30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX5 scores versus the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX5 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX5 comes with physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX5 and Sony WX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX5 compared to the WX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and WX30 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX5 and WX30.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX5 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony WX30 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older NX5 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.