Samsung NX210 vs Sony TX200V

Here is a extended analysis of the Samsung NX210 and Sony TX200V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX210 (20MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is very similar but the NX210 (APS-C) and TX200V (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX210 was introduced 7 months later than the TX200V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX210 grades versus the TX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX210 enjoys outer measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony TX200V has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX210 and Sony TX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the NX210 vs the TX200V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX210 and TX200V is 90 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX210 and TX200V.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX210 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX210 will offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher NX210 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.