Samsung NX200 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a in depth comparison of the Samsung NX200 versus Sony HX50V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very close but the NX200 (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The NX200 was introduced 14 months before the HX50V making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX200 matches up vs the HX50V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX200 comes with exterior measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX200 versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the NX200 compared to the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX200 and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and HX50V.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The NX200 offers the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The older NX200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.