Samsung NX20 vs Sony TX9

Let's look a little more closely at the Samsung NX20 vs Sony TX9, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the NX20 (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The NX20 was brought out 22 months after the TX9 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX20 scores versus the TX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX20 provides physical measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX20 vs Sony TX9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the NX20 versus the TX9.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX20 and TX9 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX20 and TX9.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX20 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX20 will offer you more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer NX20 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.