Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung NX10

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX220 HS and Samsung NX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively similar but the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The SX220 HS was brought out 11 months later than the NX10 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX220 HS grades against the NX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS & Samsung NX10. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS has got exterior measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX220 HS versus the NX10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and NX10 is 96 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and NX10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX220 HS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX10 will deliver greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SX220 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.