Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A290

Here is a complete overview of the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A290, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and A290 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was launched 3 years later than the A290 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the NX2000 matches up versus the A290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX2000 features physical measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony A290 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A290 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the NX2000 against the A290.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX2000 and A290 is 89 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and A290.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX2000 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher NX2000 should have a benefit in sensor tech.