Samsung NX200 vs Sony HX80

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX200 and Sony HX80, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively close but the NX200 (APS-C) and HX80 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX200 was introduced 5 years earlier than the HX80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the NX200 scores against the HX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX200 has outside measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX200 and Sony HX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the NX200 compared to the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and HX80 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and HX80.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX200 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX200 will provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older NX200 will be behind in sensor technology.