Processing and operation:
In terms of size, the Samsung NX11, system camera typically, a mix of large and compact beginners Speigelreflexkamera is. Significantly more compact the NX11 is due to unneeded mirror system in the building depths, compared to a DSLR camera. Thus, the NX11 has indeed hardly volume for larger hands, 'normal' users are using the new Samsung camera but get along well.
Because the NX11 comes with a well-designed exterior, therefore, and features many rubberized surfaces neat offer grip even in wet conditions and the attachment of the enclosed strap not necessarily require.
The real shortcoming remains but the finder of the NX11 - and all the other system cameras. From the 'experience' of an optical viewfinder of an SLR camera, the digital viewfinder are still far away. Not even in the approach to image sharpness, contrast and color can appreciate how even on the best entry-level DSLR. In addition, here also requires the finder power, which ultimately means only about 300 photos per charge - far from over 1,200 in standard DSLR cameras.
The operating concept works thoughtfully, the menus are well organized to a large extent. The latest addition is compared to the Samsung NX10 the so-called "i-Fn" - or even "i-Function" menu. This allows to semi-manual and manual modes with a very elegant and intuitive access to the basic camera settings such as aperture, shutter speed, light sensitivity (ISO), white balance or exposure compensation (eV).
The "i-Fn" menu is called up via the corresponding "i-Fn" button on the lens. Then you can choose the appropriate camera settings using the control dial located at the top right and changed with the focus ring. Thumbs up for an innovative operating concept.
Image Quality:
Once again, it has a manufacturer not managed to eradicate the biggest gripe when successor. So also, the CMOS sensor of the Samsung NX11 delivers a just as modest to titulierenden dynamic range from - that's primarily in backlight situation or general conditions in deep shadows negative impact and requires a little more experience and care when taking pictures than most other current system - and DSLR cameras. It should always be respected on a balanced lighting matters.
Positive contrast falls to the resolution of 14.6 MP sensor, the Samsung NX11, here the engineers have undoubtedly brought out a lot and so may convince with razor-sharp images of the NX10's successor also, even with the 18-55mm kit lens.
These offers the NX11 the opportunity taken photos in the Samsung store RAW format and process using the supplied software or also other RAW converters.
Video mode:
Almost be regarded as mandatory, the movie function of the Samsung NX11. 1280x720 pixels resolution (HD Ready) with 30 frames / second and monaural sound are now such a thing as standard in the price range. The picture quality is generally good, though naturally not comparable to the full HD images of DSLR cameras like the Canon EOS 550D or Nikon D5100 upwards. The HD-ready video function should be seen as a nice addition, not as "the selling point" for the Samsung NX11.
Conclusion:
For a system camera, the Samsung NX11 suggests well, must be in the face of systemic disadvantages (no optical viewfinder) but also to counter strong competition. So there is the slightly older entry-level DSLRs from Canon (EOS 1000D) and Nikon (D3000) with kit lens for similar sums and successors provide for slightly more also a contemporary functional (HD video, etc.).
Therefore, it remains at the end of every left even if he the advantages of an optical viewfinder and a larger lens selection of entry-level DSLRs surrenders or the compact design and innovative use of the Samsung NX11 preferred.
