Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000
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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
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- 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
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- 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

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).

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.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M50 and Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are available at Canon M50 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Samsung NX2000
M50 | NX2000 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 52 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Canon M50
NX2000 | M50 | |||
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Display size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M50 and Samsung NX2000
M50 | NX2000 | |||
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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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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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 |