Samsung NX100 vs Sony HX20V

The following is a thorough comparison of the Samsung NX100 and Sony HX20V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is pretty close but the NX100 (APS-C) and HX20V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX100 was introduced 22 months earlier than the HX20V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NX100 grades vs the HX20V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX100 features exterior measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX100 and Sony HX20V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the NX100 and the HX20V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and HX20V is 88 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and HX20V.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX100 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX20V will render greater detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged NX100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.