Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100
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61 Features
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 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
- Launched February 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX100
- Later Model is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Renewed by Sony RX100 II
Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Samsung NX200 versus Sony RX100, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very well matched but the NX200 (APS-C) and RX100 (1") come with totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe NX200 was unveiled 6 months prior to the RX100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the NX200 scores versus the RX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony RX100
NX200 | RX100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Samsung NX200
RX100 | NX200 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 614k | Sharper display (+615k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony RX100
NX200 | RX100 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | August 2012 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX200 has exterior measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX200 versus Sony RX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the NX200 vs the RX100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX200 and RX100 is 90 and 91 respectively.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and RX100.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The NX200 offers the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-28 | 2012-08-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 614k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 lb) | 240 gr (0.53 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 69 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 618 | 390 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $818 | $448 |