Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX200

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung NX200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Samsung. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is fairly close but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was introduced 7 months later than the NX200 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades vs the NX200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G enjoys outside dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung NX200 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G compared to the NX200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and NX200 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 4G and NX200.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 4G with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX200 will render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Galaxy Camera 4G will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.