Samsung NX20 vs Sony NEX-5T

Here is a extended overview of the Samsung NX20 and Sony NEX-5T, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX20 was brought out 16 months before the NEX-5T which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX20 scores vs the NEX-5T in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX20 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX20 offers external dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX20 and Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NX20 compared to the NEX-5T.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX20 and NEX-5T is 83 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX20 and NEX-5T.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung NX20 to give you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older NX20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.