Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX20

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very well matched but the NX mini (1") and NX20 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX mini was brought out 24 months later than the NX20 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the NX mini grades against the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini & Samsung NX20. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the NX mini and the NX20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and NX20 is 93 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and NX20.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX mini because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX mini will give extra detail having its extra 0.5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher NX mini will have an advantage in sensor tech.