Samsung NX210 vs Sony NEX-C3

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung NX210 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX210 was introduced 12 months later than the NEX-C3 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the NX210 matches up vs the NEX-C3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX210 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX210 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX210 enjoys exterior measurements 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 NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the NX210 vs the NEX-C3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX210 and NEX-C3 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX210 and NEX-C3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung NX210 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger NX210 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.