The Mini Mirrorless Camera You Didn't Know About

This somewhat rare and unusual camera is one of the world's smallest mirrorless cameras, but very few people actually know about it. It's called the Samsung NX Mini (yes, that Samsung) and despite its feather weight and tiny size, it's actually a pretty impressive pocket-sized camera making it perfect for travel and street photography. But, there's a catch...

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⏳ TIME STAMPS ⏳
Intro - @0:00
Samsung's Camera History - @0:14
Why So Small? - @0:50
Which Is THE Smallest? - @1:39
Even Rocky Had a Montage - @2:40
The Definition of Pocketable - @3:03
Small But Speedy - @3:22
Handling & Features - @3:46
The Lenses - @4:54
The Autofocus - @7:09
Video Features - @7:29
The Sensor - @7:41
The Fate Of The Samsung NX Mini - @8:36

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[spleen]

The Samsung NX series should have stayed alive a lot longer than it was, it was a shame that they dumped the entire camera division for no apparent reason. And for us people who invested in the NX series, we were left out in the wind with no information why.

[DesoloZantas]

If Samsung hadn't discontinued their professional camera line, they could have outshined everyone. They were introducing groundbreaking ideas that outpaced the competition, but then they abruptly halted. It felt like they stopped because the market was too simple to tackle. The Samsung Galaxy NX camera and NX1 were both revolutionary during their time. They could easily revive the Samsung Galaxy NX camera, making it even better. Simply updating the software and incorporating a new UI would make it a hit on the internet.

[bluetape]

As a long time nx-mini owner, I absolutely adored this camera. I used it primarily for inventory photography at work taking around 1, 700 to 2, 200 photos a day. The contrast detect while slow was accurate and rarely let me down. The only real ussues I had were the low light performance and occasional software glitches that had me taking out the battery from time to time. However for a camera that actually fits in your pocket, I loved it.

I have since sold my mini and upgraded to the lumix lx-10 as my pocket camera and the lumix s5 as my work horse, but the nx-mini will always hold a special place in my heart. Without that camera I wouldn't be doing photography for a living. It's also the only camera I've sold at a profit. Those little buggers hold their value

[ILLRICARDO]

God damm these YouTubers making old camera prices go up.

[alejandroherrera]

I have one and it is a blast to use among friends and family. Incredible for black and white photos and highly pocketable. I also have the Samsung nx 2000, incredible camera.
Samsung nx line should have more popularity, i guess they focused on smartphones over cameras

[DerikNieuwoudt]

2:12 dictated by its ultra thin profile😂 good one

[vicbodanza]

Just got one yesterday! Can't wait to play. Thanks for the video.

[echo]

Omg I did see you here in Calgary. I thought it was my imagination. Ironically was watching on one of your vids as I passed you 😂

[briandipierro]

I've wanted one for a while. My favorite camera is my Samsung NX3000. I use it pretty regularly, got it in 2017. I've tried to get an NX Mini for a long time, they used to go for only about $100-150 but was never able to justify it. Nowadays I can't even justify it since camera reviews shot the price up 5x (dang it, MarkusPix...).

The trick is not using Samsung's first party lenses though. Maybe the 30mm. The 16mm 2.4 prime isn't too great. It's great for vintage lenses though, the Mini should be excellent for C-mount lenses too.

[pkwon]

very interesting! thanks so much for sharing and I am so happy to see you have past 100k subs!!! and I miss your beautiful models BTW

I got that NX Mini in 2019 for about $150 US dollars, it's super uncommon but it's wonderful, the only cons are its tiny sensor and its lack of lenses. I don't remember if it has manual lenses or adapters out there. It was a point and shoot camera but with interchangeable lenses.

[quiteenough]

I believe in around 2013 Sony released their Sony RX1, full frame compact mirrorless with 35mm fixed lens, it was so small you could easily put in a pocket or so
sadly they abandoned that line, imagine this today but with like 28mm lens and their new 61mp sensor

[erwinc.]

One of my favourite things about Tom's videos is that there's always going to be one, and only one micropenis joke hidden somewhere, and it's getting really entertaining trying to predict when it's gonna happen

[leovalerioespanha]

I have one, just love this camera! great pictures in your pocket..

[PatriciaHoferMsPattiMarc]

I still have my Samsung NX Mini in Mint. I bought it around the time it was released and it was a good decision for sure! It's old but still works just fine! I bought it mostly for vlogging but it's great for when we need to fit a lot of people in the frame since it's a wide angle camera.

[RodariusWashington]

I just purchased mine from eBay and found the 17mm as well. I checked eBay everyday for rtwo weeks straight until I found it!!

[nekitkat]

i always wanted to get the nx mini, but decided to start with nx11. i have the nx210 right now and i’m really happy with it. i actually want to get the nx300 now (but i still NEED the nx mini it’s just co cute lmao)

[mikes]

Canon’s EOS M line is similar in size, maybe slightly bigger by a few mm. I had the M200 and it was too small for my liking, no grip and awkward in the hand. Got the M6 to replace. Not as pocketable, but has a decent grip with an awesome retro rangefinder look to it and will remain as my compact travel camera. I can also adapt all my other canon EF lenses and use as a B cam if I need to as well

[pierrercranga]

Thank you for this presentation. Is it possible to use this camera as a webcam to register conferences and courses throught Keynote to be broadcast on a Youtube channel ?

[anidpatchettvintagecamerav]

I use to own one of these it’s a fantastic little camera I regret selling it like so many other quirky cameras I’ve owned