Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Released March 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Introduced May 2012
- Succeeded the Sony HX100V
- Replacement is Sony HX300

Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Samsung NX mini versus Sony HX200V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is fairly close but the NX mini (1") and HX200V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

The NX mini was brought out 23 months later than the HX200V making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX mini grades against the HX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX mini & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Sony HX200V
NX mini | HX200V | |||
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Introduced | March 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 23 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Samsung NX mini
HX200V | NX mini | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Sony HX200V
NX mini | HX200V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini features physical measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX mini versus Sony HX200V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the NX mini compared to the HX200V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and HX200V is 93 and 66 respectively.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and HX200V.
As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX mini due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Samsung NX mini will render extra detail having its extra 2.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern NX mini will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX200V Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-03-19 | 2012-05-11 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX-M | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 2 | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.40 m |
Flash modes | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 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 (all 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 196g (0.43 lb) | 583g (1.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | 450 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | B740 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $530 | $480 |