Samsung NX2000 vs Sony NEX-7

Here is a comprehensive review of the Samsung NX2000 and Sony NEX-7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX2000 (20MP) and the NEX-7 (24MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was revealed 24 months later than the NEX-7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX2000 grades vs the NEX-7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX2000 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX2000 has got exterior 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 NEX-7 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX2000 and Sony NEX-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the NX2000 versus the NEX-7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and NEX-7 is 89 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and NEX-7.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony NEX-7 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer NX2000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.