Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20
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Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2012
- Newer Model is Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Released April 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX11
- Successor is Samsung NX30
Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung NX1000 versus Samsung NX20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe NX1000 was launched at a similar time to the NX20 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the NX1000 matches up versus the NX20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 and Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Samsung NX20
NX1000 | NX20 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 614k | Clearer screen (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Samsung NX1000
NX20 | NX1000 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX1000 and Samsung NX20
NX1000 | NX20 | |||
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Released | April 2012 | April 2012 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1000 features external dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX1000 versus Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the NX1000 vs the NX20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and NX20 is 90 and 83 respectively.
Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and NX20.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Samsung NX1000 | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX1000 | Samsung NX20 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-04-19 | 2012-04-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 32 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 341g (0.75 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 72 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 840 | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 shots | 360 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $388 | $1,100 |