Samsung NX200 vs Sony W730

Below, we are contrasting the Samsung NX200 versus Sony W730, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and W730 (16MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and W730 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The NX200 was announced 10 months prior to the W730 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the NX200 grades vs the W730 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX200 enjoys external dimensions 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 W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX200 versus Sony W730 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the NX200 against the W730.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and W730 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX200 and W730.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX200 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX200 will show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.