Canon R vs Samsung NX20
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Canon R vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Announced September 2018
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Launched April 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX11
- Successor is Samsung NX30

Canon R vs Samsung NX20 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon R vs Samsung NX20, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the R (30MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the R (Full frame) and NX20 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

The R was brought out 6 years after the NX20 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the R matches up versus the NX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon R vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R & Samsung NX20. The entire galleries are available at Canon R Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Samsung NX20
R | NX20 | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | ![]() | April 2012 | More modern by 78 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer display (+1486k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Canon R
NX20 | R |
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Common features in the Canon R and Samsung NX20
R | NX20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon R vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon R enjoys outside dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has dimensions 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 out the Canon R vs Samsung NX20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the R versus the NX20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R and NX20 is 62 and 83 respectively.

Canon R vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R and NX20.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Canon R will give you extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger R should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon R vs Samsung NX20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Canon EOS R | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS R | Samsung NX20 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-09-05 | 2012-04-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 40000 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 5655 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 17 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (with LP-E6N only) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660 gr (1.46 lb) | 341 gr (0.75 lb) |
Dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 89 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | 2742 | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 360 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $2,299 | $1,100 |