Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 III

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung NX200 versus Sony RX100 III, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is very comparable but the NX200 (APS-C) and RX100 III (1") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX200 was released 3 years earlier than the RX100 III which is a fairly serious difference 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 RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the NX200 grades vs the RX100 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 offers physical dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony RX100 III has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX200 versus Sony RX100 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the NX200 and the RX100 III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and RX100 III is 90 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX200 and RX100 III.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The NX200 has got the larger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged NX200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.