Samsung NX20 vs Sony FX30

Following is a complete comparison of the Samsung NX20 and Sony FX30, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the NX20 (20MP) and FX30 (26MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX20 was revealed 11 years prior to the FX30 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony FX30 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX20 grades vs the FX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX20 & Sony FX30. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX20 Gallery & Sony FX30 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX20 offers external 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) while the Sony FX30 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX20 and the FX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX20 and FX30 is 83 and 64 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX20 and FX30.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony FX30 to offer you more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.