Samsung NX20 vs Sony HX100V

Let's look more in depth at the Samsung NX20 and Sony HX100V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the NX20 (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX20 was launched 7 months after the HX100V and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the NX20 scores versus the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX20 comes with external measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX20 and Sony HX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the NX20 versus the HX100V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX20 and HX100V is 83 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX20 and HX100V.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX20 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX20 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent NX20 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.