Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung SL820

Lets examine more closely at the Samsung NX2000 versus Samsung SL820, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and SL820 (12MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and SL820 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The NX2000 was launched 4 years after the SL820 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the NX2000 grades versus the SL820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 & Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX2000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the NX2000 compared to the SL820.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX2000 and SL820 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX2000 and SL820.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX2000 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX2000 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer NX2000 provides an edge in sensor tech.