Samsung NX200 vs Sony RX100 V

The following is a extended review of the Samsung NX200 versus Sony RX100 V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively comparable but the NX200 (APS-C) and RX100 V (1") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX200 was launched 5 years prior to the RX100 V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NX200 matches up versus the RX100 V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX200 features outer 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) while the Sony RX100 V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX200 versus Sony RX100 V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the NX200 and the RX100 V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX200 and RX100 V is 90 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and RX100 V.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The NX200 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more aged NX200 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.