Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced August 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX200
- New Model is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Previous Model is Sony RX100
- Renewed by Sony RX100 III

Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Samsung NX210 versus Sony RX100 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX210 (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly similar but the NX210 (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The NX210 was introduced 10 months before the RX100 II so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the NX210 scores versus the RX100 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX210 Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sony RX100 II
NX210 | RX100 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Samsung NX210
RX100 II | NX210 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2012 | Newer by 10 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer display (+615k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sony RX100 II
NX210 | RX100 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Samsung NX210 offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX210 versus Sony RX100 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the NX210 compared to the RX100 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX210 and RX100 II is 90 and 89 respectively.

Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX210 and RX100 II.
Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The NX210 has the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged NX210 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX210 vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-08-14 | 2013-06-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 614k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 281 grams (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 719 | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 350 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $625 | $598 |