Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II
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Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II Key Specs
(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
- Introduced April 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX11
- Updated by Samsung NX30
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Announced November 2014
- Succeeded the Sony A7
- Later Model is Sony A7 III
Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the A7 II (24MP) is relatively comparable but the NX20 (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX20 was launched 3 years earlier than the A7 II which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX20 scores versus the A7 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX20 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Sony A7 II
NX20 | A7 II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Samsung NX20
A7 II | NX20 | |||
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Announced | November 2014 | April 2012 | More modern by 31 months | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 614k | Sharper screen (+616k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX20 and Sony A7 II
NX20 | A7 II | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX20 comes with outside 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) whilst the Sony A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the NX20 compared to the A7 II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX20 and A7 II is 83 and 69 respectively.
Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX20 and A7 II.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX20 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony A7 II will show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX20 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX20 vs Sony A7 II Specifications
Samsung NX20 | Sony Alpha A7 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX20 | Sony Alpha A7 II |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-04-20 | 2014-11-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 117 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 614k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 341 gr (0.75 pounds) | 599 gr (1.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 75 | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.9 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 785 | 2449 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | 350 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,100 | $1,456 |