Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung PL120

Let's look more closely at the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung PL120, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and PL120 (14MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and PL120 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX2000 was introduced 2 years after the PL120 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX2000 scores against the PL120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 and Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX2000 has physical dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX2000 vs the PL120.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and PL120 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and PL120.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX2000 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX2000 will give you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer NX2000 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.