Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX10 IV

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Samsung NX200 and Sony RX10 IV, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is relatively close but the NX200 (APS-C) and RX10 IV (1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The NX200 was launched 6 years before the RX10 IV which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the NX200 matches up versus the RX10 IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 comes with outside dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX200 and Sony RX10 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the NX200 and the RX10 IV.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and RX10 IV is 90 and 52 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX200 and RX10 IV.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The NX200 provides the bigger sensor which will make getting bokeh less difficult. The more aged NX200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.