Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively well matched but the SX620 HS (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The SX620 HS was launched 2 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the SX620 HS grades against the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Samsung Galaxy NX. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX620 HS enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX620 HS and the Galaxy NX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and Galaxy NX is 93 and 82 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and Galaxy NX.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The SX620 HS provides the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field trickier. The younger SX620 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.