Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 II

Following is a extensive comparison of the Samsung NX200 vs Sony A9 II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is relatively comparable but the NX200 (APS-C) and A9 II (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The NX200 was unveiled 8 years before the A9 II which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the NX200 matches up against the A9 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX200 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the NX200 against the A9 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX200 and A9 II is 90 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX200 and A9 II.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX200 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony A9 II will provide extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged NX200 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.