Samsung NX20 vs Samsung TL500

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung NX20 vs Samsung TL500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the NX20 (APS-C) and TL500 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX20 was revealed 22 months later than the TL500 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the NX20 grades vs the TL500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX20 and Samsung TL500. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX20 offers external dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX20 vs Samsung TL500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the NX20 compared to the TL500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX20 and TL500 is 83 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX20 and TL500.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX20 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX20 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent NX20 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.