Samsung NX5 vs Sony WX220

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung NX5 and Sony WX220, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX5 (15MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is pretty comparable but the NX5 (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The NX5 was launched 4 years earlier than the WX220 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the NX5 grades vs the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX5 offers exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the NX5 compared to the WX220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX5 and WX220 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX5 and WX220.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX5 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX220 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged NX5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.