Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T 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
- Announced February 2012
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX100
- Replacement is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Introduced August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R

Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

The NX200 was manufactured 18 months before the NEX-5T making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX200 scores versus the NEX-5T with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX200 and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony NEX-5T
NX200 | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Samsung NX200
NEX-5T | NX200 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 18 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony NEX-5T
NX200 | NEX-5T | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX200 and the NEX-5T.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and NEX-5T is 90 and 89 respectively.

Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX200 and NEX-5T.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung NX200 to render more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older NX200 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX200 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX200 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-02-28 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 614 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/160s |
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) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 lbs) | 276 gr (0.61 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 69 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.6 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 618 | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 330 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $818 | $400 |