Samsung NX210 vs Sony WX220
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony WX220 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
- Revealed August 2012
- Older Model is Samsung NX200
- New Model is Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced February 2014
Samsung NX210 vs Sony WX220 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Samsung NX210 versus Sony WX220, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX210 (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the NX210 (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX210 was launched 18 months before the WX220 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX210 scores against the WX220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony WX220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX210 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Sony WX220
NX210 | WX220 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 614k | 460k | Sharper screen (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Samsung NX210
WX220 | NX210 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | August 2012 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Sony WX220
NX210 | WX220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Samsung NX210 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX210 features exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX210 versus Sony WX220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the NX210 versus the WX220.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX210 and WX220 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung NX210 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX210 and WX220.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX210 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX210 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged NX210 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung NX210 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX210 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-08-14 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 614k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 210 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BC1030 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $625 | $198 |