Samsung NX200 vs Sony W380

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX200 vs Sony W380, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and W380 (14MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and W380 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX200 was launched 2 years after the W380 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the NX200 scores against the W380 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX200 has got external measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX200 vs Sony W380 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the NX200 versus the W380.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and W380 is 90 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX200 and W380.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX200 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX200 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent NX200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.