Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20
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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Newer Model is Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX11
- Renewed by Samsung NX30

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon M50 and Samsung NX20, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M50 was launched 5 years after the NX20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M50 matches up vs the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M50 and Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Samsung NX20
M50 | NX20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2018 | ![]() | April 2012 | More modern by 72 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+426k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Canon M50
NX20 | M50 |
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Common features in the Canon M50 and Samsung NX20
M50 | NX20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon M50 features physical dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Check the Canon M50 and Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the M50 vs the NX20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and NX20 is 79 and 83 respectively.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 and NX20.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon M50 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern M50 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS M50 | Samsung NX20 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-02-26 | 2012-04-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | No | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390 grams (0.86 pounds) | 341 grams (0.75 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 shots | 360 shots |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $779 | $1,100 |