Samsung NX20 vs Sony WX9

Following is a complete analysis of the Samsung NX20 vs Sony WX9, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the NX20 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The NX20 was announced 16 months after the WX9 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NX20 scores against the WX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX20 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX20 provides exterior measurements 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 WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX20 vs Sony WX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the NX20 and the WX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX20 and WX9 is 83 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX20 and WX9.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX20 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX20 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher NX20 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.