Canon SX610 HS vs Samsung NX20

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX610 HS versus Samsung NX20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very well matched but the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX610 HS was introduced 2 years later than the NX20 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX610 HS matches up vs the NX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX610 HS comes with external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX610 HS versus Samsung NX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SX610 HS versus the NX20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and NX20 is 93 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and NX20.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The SX610 HS includes the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh more challenging. The younger SX610 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.