Samsung NX20 vs Sony A6100

The following is a detailed comparison of the Samsung NX20 versus Sony A6100, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX20 was released 8 years prior to the A6100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the NX20 matches up against the A6100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX20 and Sony Alpha a6100. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX20 has got physical measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Samsung NX20 versus Sony A6100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the NX20 compared to the A6100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX20 and A6100 is 83 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX20 and A6100.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony A6100 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.