Samsung NX200 vs Sony A450

Here is a complete review of the Samsung NX200 and Sony A450, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and A450 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX200 was launched 2 years later than the A450 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the NX200 grades vs the A450 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX200 provides 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 A450 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX200 and Sony A450 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the NX200 against the A450.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX200 and A450 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and A450.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX200 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The younger NX200 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.