Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A100

Below is a complete analysis of the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A100, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and A100 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was introduced 7 years later than the A100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX2000 grades versus the A100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX2000 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX2000 comes with exterior dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony A100 has sizing of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX2000 vs the A100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and A100 is 89 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX2000 and A100.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung NX2000 to result in more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent NX2000 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.