Samsung NX210 vs Sony A230

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung NX210 versus Sony A230, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and A230 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX210 was brought out 3 years later than the A230 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NX210 matches up vs the A230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX210 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX210 enjoys external dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony A230 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the NX210 vs the A230.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NX210 and A230 is 90 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX210 and A230.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung NX210 to produce more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern NX210 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.