Samsung NX20 vs Sony NEX-5N

Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung NX20 and Sony NEX-5N, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX20 was launched 7 months later than the NEX-5N and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the NX20 grades vs the NEX-5N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX20 & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX20 offers physical measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5N has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the NX20 vs the NEX-5N.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX20 and NEX-5N is 83 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX20 and NEX-5N.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung NX20 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer NX20 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.