Samsung NX20 vs Sony W810

Here, we are comparing the Samsung NX20 versus Sony W810, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX20 (20MP) and the W810 (20MP) is fairly similar but the NX20 (APS-C) and W810 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX20 was brought out 20 months earlier than the W810 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the NX20 matches up versus the W810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX20 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX20 has exterior 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) whilst the Sony W810 has proportions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX20 versus Sony W810 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the NX20 and the W810.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX20 and W810 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX20 and W810.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The NX20 includes the larger sensor which will make getting shallow DOF easier. The older NX20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.