Canon M50 vs Samsung NX200

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon M50 vs Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The M50 was brought out 6 years after the NX200 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M50 scores against the NX200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M50 & Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are available at Canon M50 Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon M50 features physical measurements 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 NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Canon M50 vs Samsung NX200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the M50 vs the NX200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M50 and NX200 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M50 and NX200.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon M50 to provide more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger M50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.