Canon M50 vs Samsung NX210

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon M50 and Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The M50 was launched 5 years after the NX210 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M50 scores against the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M50 and Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M50 features outer 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) and the Samsung NX210 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Canon M50 and Samsung NX210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the M50 versus the NX210.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and NX210 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 and NX210.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon M50 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger M50 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.