Samsung NX20 vs Sony RX1R

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung NX20 versus Sony RX1R, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the RX1R (24MP) is relatively similar but the NX20 (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The NX20 was brought out 14 months before the RX1R which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX20 matches up against the RX1R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX20 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX20 features outer measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX20 versus Sony RX1R in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the NX20 vs the RX1R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX20 and RX1R is 83 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX20 and RX1R.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX20 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R will offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older NX20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.