Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX100
- New Model is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Released March 2023

Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

The NX200 was launched 12 years prior to the ZV-E1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the NX200 matches up against the ZV-E1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX200 and Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony ZV-E1
NX200 | ZV-E1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Samsung NX200
ZV-E1 | NX200 | |||
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Released | March 2023 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 134 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper display (+423k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony ZV-E1
NX200 | ZV-E1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical display measurement |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX200 enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the NX200 vs the ZV-E1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and ZV-E1 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX200 and ZV-E1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX200 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX200 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged NX200 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Samsung NX200 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony ZV-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX200 | Sony ZV-E1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-02-28 | 2023-03-29 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 40 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 195 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Resolution of screen | 614k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 223 gr (0.49 pounds) | 483 gr (1.06 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 69 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 618 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 570 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $818 | $2,198 |