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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000

Portability
79
Imaging
67
Features
88
Overall
75
Canon EOS M50 front
 
Samsung NX2000 front
Portability
89
Imaging
62
Features
68
Overall
64

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs

Canon M50
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
  • Launched February 2018
  • New Model is Canon M50 II
Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
  • Announced November 2013
  • Older Model is Samsung NX1100
  • Later Model is Samsung NX3000
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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Canon M50 versus Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The M50 was brought out 4 years later than the NX2000 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the M50 grades versus the NX2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Samsung NX2000

 M50 NX2000 
AnnouncedFebruary 2018November 2013Fresher by 52 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Canon M50

 NX2000 M50 
Display size3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1152k1040kSharper display (+112k dot)

Common features in the Canon M50 and Samsung NX2000

 M50 NX2000 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon M50 comes with physical dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Canon M50 versus Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the M50 and the NX2000.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M50 and NX2000 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 top view buttons comparison

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 and NX2000.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon M50 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern M50 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 sensor size comparison

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon M50 Portrait photography details
Samsung NX2000 Portrait photography details
80
you can focus manually
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
77
you can focus manually
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon M50 Street photography features
Samsung NX2000 Street photography features
84
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
offers focus via touch
good high ISO (25,600)
77
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
features touch focus
lighter than competition in class (228 grams)
very good high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon M50 Sports photography advice
Samsung NX2000 Sports photography advice
75
has image stabilization
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect AF
low battery power (235 shots)
61
MP count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon M50 Travel photography info
Samsung NX2000 Travel photography info
78
supports bluetooth
offers focus via touch
decent MP (24MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
low battery power (235 CIPA)
72
lighter than competition in class (228g)
features touch focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon M50 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung NX2000 Landscape photography highlights
79
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization
decent MP (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
low battery power (235 shots)
72
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen larger than average (3.7 inches)
MP count decent (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
very good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon M50
Vlogging with Samsung NX2000
85
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen
has image stabilization
supports face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external microphone jack
35
touch screen
supports face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (228g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external microphone port
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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M50 and Samsung NX2000
 Canon EOS M50Samsung NX2000
General Information
Brand Name Canon Samsung
Model Canon EOS M50 Samsung NX2000
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2018-02-26 2013-11-30
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by 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 area 332.3mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 20MP
Anti aliasing 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 25600
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 143 21
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF-M Samsung NX
Number of lenses 23 32
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.7 inch
Resolution of screen 1,040 thousand dot 1,152 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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 format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB No USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 390 gr (0.86 lbs) 228 gr (0.50 lbs)
Physical dimensions 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 75
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.3
DXO Low light score not tested 908
Other
Battery life 235 pictures 340 pictures
Form of battery Built-in Battery Pack
Battery model - BP1130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $779 $599