Samsung NX200 vs Sony A560

In this article, we are looking at the Samsung NX200 versus Sony A560, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and A560 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX200 was released 19 months later than the A560 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX200 matches up vs the A560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX200 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX200 versus Sony A560 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the NX200 and the A560.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX200 and A560 is 90 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX200 and A560.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung NX200 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern NX200 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.