Samsung NX2000 vs Sony FX30

Here is a thorough assessment of the Samsung NX2000 versus Sony FX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and FX30 (26MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was manufactured 9 years prior to the FX30 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the NX2000 grades vs the FX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX2000 and Sony FX30. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX2000 has got outer dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony FX30 has proportions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX2000 versus Sony FX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX2000 versus the FX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX2000 and FX30 is 89 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX2000 and FX30.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony FX30 to offer greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older NX2000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.