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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200

Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67
Samsung Galaxy NX front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 front
Portability
66
Imaging
49
Features
38
Overall
44

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Introduced June 2013
Sony A200
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
  • Announced July 2008
  • Successor is Sony A230
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 Overview

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and A200 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Galaxy NX was brought out 4 years later than the A200 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Galaxy NX grades versus the A200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Sony A200

 Galaxy NX A200 
AnnouncedJune 2013July 2008Fresher by 60 months
Display sizing4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Display resolution922k230kSharper display (+692k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 A200 Galaxy NX 

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A200

 Galaxy NX A200 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX has got physical measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Galaxy NX compared to the A200.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and A200 is 82 and 66 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and A200.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy NX to provide you with greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy NX should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A200 as a Portrait photography camera
77
manual focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
53
manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
megapixel count low (10MP)
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX as a Street photography camera
Sony A200 as a Street photography camera
68
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
features focus via touch
good ISO range (25,600)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (495g)
65
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no articulating screen
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX Sports photography features
Sony A200 Sports photography features
72
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000 seconds)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
good battery life (440 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
no image stabilization
49
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports phase detect autofocus
doesn't have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX Travel photography info
Sony A200 Travel photography info
68
good battery life (440 shots)
features focus via touch
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors in class (495 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
46
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX Landscape photography highlights
Sony A200 Landscape photography highlights
73
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
very good size screen (4.8 inch)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
good ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
good battery life (440 per charge)
no image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
53
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
doesn't have liveview
megapixel count low (10MP)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy NX as a Vlogging camera
Sony A200 as a Vlogging camera
34
has touchscreen
features face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
comes with microphone jack
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (495g)
9
no video recording
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony A200
 Samsung Galaxy NXSony Alpha DSLR-A200
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model Samsung Galaxy NX Sony Alpha DSLR-A200
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2013-06-20 2008-07-17
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor DRIMe IV -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 5472 x 3648 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 25600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type Samsung NX Sony/Minolta Alpha
Available lenses 32 143
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 4.8" 2.7"
Display resolution 922 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech HD TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage - 95%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.55x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/6000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 9.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
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 -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 495g (1.09 lbs) 572g (1.26 lbs)
Dimensions 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 63
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.3
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.3
DXO Low light score not tested 521
Other
Battery life 440 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Compact Flash
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $1,300 $100