Nikon P520 vs Samsung GX-20

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon P520 vs Samsung GX-20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the P520 (18MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very close but the P520 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P520 was launched 5 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P520 scores versus the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P520 & Samsung GX-20. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P520 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P520 has outside dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the P520 against the GX-20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P520 and GX-20 is 66 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P520 and GX-20.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The P520 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon P520 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher P520 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.