Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.