Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20

On this page, we are matching up the Canon R6 versus Samsung NX20, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very close but the R6 (Full frame) and NX20 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The R6 was introduced 8 years later than the NX20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the R6 grades vs the NX20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R6 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon R6 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon R6 offers outside measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R6 versus Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the R6 versus the NX20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and NX20 is 61 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 and NX20.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The R6 features the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The fresher R6 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.