Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20
61 Imaging
73 Features
90 Overall
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83 Imaging
61 Features
73 Overall
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Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Released July 2020
- New Model is Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX11
- Successor is Samsung NX30

Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20 Overview
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.

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.

Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Samsung NX20
R6 | NX20 | |||
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Revealed | July 2020 | ![]() | April 2012 | Fresher by 101 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer display (+1006k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Canon R6
NX20 | R6 |
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Common features in the Canon R6 and Samsung NX20
R6 | NX20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
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.

Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
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.

Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R6 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS R6 | Samsung NX20 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-07-09 | 2012-04-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 6072 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 17 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,620 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 pounds) | 341 grams (0.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 360 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Retail price | $2,499 | $1,100 |