Samsung NX200 vs Sony TX30

Below is a in depth review of the Samsung NX200 versus Sony TX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty close but the NX200 (APS-C) and TX30 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The NX200 was brought out 17 months before the TX30 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX200 matches up vs the TX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 features exterior 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) and the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX200 versus Sony TX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the NX200 and the TX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and TX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and TX30.

As you can tell, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX200 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX200 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older NX200 will be behind in sensor tech.