Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony WX220

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony WX220, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is pretty close but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy NX was unveiled 7 months prior to the WX220 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the WX220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy NX offers outside dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung Galaxy NX and Sony WX220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy NX against the WX220.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy NX and WX220 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and WX220.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy NX with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy NX will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.