Samsung NX2000 vs Sony A68

Following is a extended comparison of the Samsung NX2000 and Sony A68, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX2000 (20MP) and the A68 (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX2000 was revealed 23 months earlier than the A68 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the NX2000 grades against the A68 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX2000 & Sony SLT-A68. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX2000 Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. 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 A68 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the NX2000 compared to the A68.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX2000 and A68 is 89 and 64 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX2000 and A68.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony A68 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged NX2000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.