Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX20

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.