Samsung NX200 vs Sony A58

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung NX200 versus Sony A58, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the A58 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX200 was revealed 21 months earlier than the A58 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the NX200 matches up vs the A58 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX200 and Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX200 provides physical measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A58 has specifications of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX200 versus Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the NX200 against the A58.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and A58 is 90 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and A58.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older NX200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.