Samsung NX20 vs Sony W800

In this article, we are comparing the Samsung NX20 versus Sony W800, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the NX20 (APS-C) and W800 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The NX20 was launched 22 months earlier than the W800 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX20 grades vs the W800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX20 provides outer dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Sony W800 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX20 versus Sony W800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NX20 and the W800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX20 and W800 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX20 and W800.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor sizing. The NX20 includes the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The older NX20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.