Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung NX200

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX260 HS and Samsung NX200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX260 HS was announced 4 months later than the NX200 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX260 HS scores vs the NX200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS provides outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX200 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS and Samsung NX200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS and the NX200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and NX200 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and NX200.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX260 HS using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX200 will provide more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively.