Samsung NX2000 vs Sony S980

Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX2000 vs Sony S980, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and S980 (12MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and S980 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The NX2000 was manufactured 4 years after the S980 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the NX2000 grades versus the S980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX2000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX2000 provides physical measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX2000 vs Sony S980 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the NX2000 vs the S980.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NX2000 and S980 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and S980.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX2000 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX2000 will provide extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer NX2000 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.