Samsung NX20 vs Sony A9

Following is a extended overview of the Samsung NX20 vs Sony A9, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the A9 (24MP) is relatively similar but the NX20 (APS-C) and A9 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The NX20 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the A9 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the NX20 matches up versus the A9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX20 and Sony Alpha A9. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX20 comes with exterior measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony A9 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX20 vs Sony A9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the NX20 vs the A9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX20 and A9 is 83 and 65 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX20 and A9.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX20 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A9 will offer extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.