Samsung NX10 vs Sony S2000

Here, we are comparing the Samsung NX10 vs Sony S2000, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the NX10 (15MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the NX10 (APS-C) and S2000 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The NX10 was revealed 3 months after the S2000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the NX10 grades against the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX10 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung NX10 offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX10 vs Sony S2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX10 compared to the S2000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX10 and S2000 is 80 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX10 and S2000.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX10 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX10 will give you extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.