Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung NX20

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung NX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly similar but the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX700 HS was unveiled 23 months after the NX20 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX700 HS grades vs the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Samsung NX20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX700 HS vs Samsung NX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX700 HS and the NX20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and NX20 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and NX20.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX700 HS having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX20 will deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer SX700 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.