Samsung NX20 vs Sony T90

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung NX20 versus Sony T90, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and T90 (12MP) and the NX20 (APS-C) and T90 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The NX20 was announced 3 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the NX20 grades vs the T90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX20 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX20 enjoys outside dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sony T90 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX20 versus Sony T90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the NX20 compared to the T90.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX20 and T90 is 83 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX20 and T90.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX20 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX20 will render extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher NX20 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.