Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX2000

Let's look a little more closely at the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Samsung NX2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Samsung. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is very well matched but the Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Galaxy Camera was revealed 9 months earlier than the NX2000 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Galaxy Camera grades versus the NX2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera & Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera offers outer dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung Galaxy Camera versus Samsung NX2000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera against the NX2000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy Camera and NX2000 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Galaxy Camera and NX2000.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will give you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera is going to be behind in sensor innovation.