Samsung NX210 vs Sony T900

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung NX210 and Sony T900, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and T900 (12MP) and the NX210 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The NX210 was manufactured 3 years after the T900 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the NX210 scores vs the T900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX210 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX210 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX210 offers outside dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony T900 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX210 and Sony T900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the NX210 compared to the T900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX210 and T900 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX210 and T900.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX210 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX210 will show extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher NX210 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.