Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5
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Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 299g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Announced September 2019
- Older Model is Canon M100
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Revealed June 2010

Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon M200 versus Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the M200 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The M200 was launched 9 years after the NX5 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon M200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the M200 grades against the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M200 and Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M200 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M200 over the Samsung NX5
M200 | NX5 | |||
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Revealed | September 2019 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 114 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Canon M200
NX5 | M200 |
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Common features in the Canon M200 and Samsung NX5
M200 | NX5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon M200 comes with outside measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Analyze the Canon M200 versus Samsung NX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the M200 versus the NX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M200 and NX5 is 88 and 80 respectively.

Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M200 and NX5.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon M200 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern M200 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M200 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Canon EOS M200 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS M200 | Samsung NX5 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2019-09-25 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 23 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.1 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | SB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 pounds) | 499g (1.10 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 315 pictures | 400 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $549 | $499 |