Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9
90 Imaging
61 Features
57 Overall
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65 Imaging
73 Features
93 Overall
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX100
- Newer Model is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Revealed April 2017
- Later Model is Sony A9 II
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the A9 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the NX200 (APS-C) and A9 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX200 was revealed 6 years earlier than the A9 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the NX200 scores against the A9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 and Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony A9
NX200 | A9 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Samsung NX200
A9 | NX200 | |||
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Revealed | April 2017 | February 2012 | More recent by 62 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1440k | 614k | Sharper screen (+826k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony A9
NX200 | A9 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX200 offers external measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A9 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the NX200 and the A9.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX200 and A9 is 90 and 65 respectively.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX200 and A9.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX200 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A9 will resolve more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older NX200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony Alpha A9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX200 | Sony Alpha A9 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-02-28 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Total lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 614 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 lb) | 673 gr (1.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 69 | 92 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.6 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 618 | 3517 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 650 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Launch price | $818 | $4,498 |