Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A560

The following is a detailed overview of the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A560, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and A560 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was launched 3 years after the A560 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the NX2000 grades vs the A560 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX2000 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX2000 comes with outside measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A560 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the NX2000 versus the A560.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX2000 and A560 is 89 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and A560.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung NX2000 to render more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher NX2000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.