Canon M200 vs Samsung NX mini

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon M200 and Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M200 (24MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is very similar but the M200 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The M200 was unveiled 5 years after the NX mini which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the M200 matches up vs the NX mini with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M200 and Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are available at Canon M200 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M200 has external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon M200 and Samsung NX mini in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M200 compared to the NX mini.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M200 and NX mini is 88 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M200 and NX mini.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M200 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon M200 will offer more detail having an extra 3.5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer M200 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.