Samsung NX200 vs Sony W550

Here is a thorough assessment of the Samsung NX200 and Sony W550, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and W550 (14MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and W550 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX200 was manufactured 8 months later than the W550 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the NX200 scores against the W550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX200 comes with physical measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the NX200 versus the W550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX200 and W550 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX200 and W550.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX200 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX200 will give you extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher NX200 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.