Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20
82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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83 Imaging
61 Features
73 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX11
- New Model is Samsung NX30
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Galaxy NX was released 15 months later than the NX20 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Galaxy NX grades vs the NX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy NX & Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Samsung NX20
Galaxy NX | NX20 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | April 2012 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Display size | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 614k | Clearer display (+308k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
NX20 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Samsung NX20
Galaxy NX | NX20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy NX has got external measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has specifications of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy NX against the NX20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and NX20 is 82 and 83 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy NX and NX20.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer Galaxy NX will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung NX20 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-06-20 | 2012-04-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 32 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | HD TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) | 341 grams (0.75 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 images | 360 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,300 | $1,100 |