Samsung NX3000 vs Sony HX200V

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony HX200V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX3000 (20MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very close but the NX3000 (APS-C) and HX200V (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The NX3000 was released 2 years after the HX200V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX3000 grades against the HX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX3000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX3000 provides physical measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony HX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX3000 vs the HX200V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX3000 and HX200V is 89 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX3000 and HX200V.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX3000 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX3000 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The fresher NX3000 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.