The NX200 is a 20.3 MP APS-C mirrorless camera with Samsung NX mount, an AMOLED touchscreen, and SRW RAW support. The image counter is embedded in both SRW files and JPEG MakerNote data — upload either to check the count.
Upload a photo → Get count| Spec | NX200 | NX300 | NX500 | NX20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | 2011 | 2013 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Sensor | 20.3 MP APS-C CMOS | 20.3 MP APS-C CMOS | 28 MP APS-C BSI CMOS | 20.3 MP APS-C CMOS |
| Mount | Samsung NX | Samsung NX | Samsung NX | Samsung NX |
| RAW format | SRW | SRW | SRW | SRW |
| LCD | 3" AMOLED touch, 614K dots | 3" AMOLED touch, 768K dots | 3" AMOLED touch, 1036K dots | 3" AMOLED touch, 614K dots |
| Video | 1080p/30fps | 1080p/30fps | 4K/15fps | 1080p/30fps |
| EVF | No | No | No | Yes (0.39" OLED) |
| Body | Metal (aluminium) | Metal + plastic | Metal | Metal + plastic |
The NX200 shares the same 20.3 MP APS-C sensor as the NX300 and NX20. It was Samsung's premium compact mirrorless body in 2011, distinguished by its all-metal construction and slim profile.
Go to Menu → Image Quality → RAW or RAW + Fine. Take a test shot. The SRW file contains the most reliable image counter data.
Connect the NX200 via USB or remove the SD card. SRW files are typically 20–25 MB each. Copy the file without opening it in any application.
Drag and drop the SRW file onto shuttercount.app. The file is processed locally in your browser — it is not uploaded to any server.
The result shows the total number of actuations since the camera was manufactured — not just those taken under your ownership.
If you don't have an SRW file, an original unedited JPEG from the NX200 also works. Samsung embeds the image counter in the MakerNote block of every JPEG. Upload the original file — do not open and re-save it in Lightroom, Photos, or similar software, as that strips the MakerNote.
| Count range | Assessment | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 5,000 | Excellent | Barely used — display model or lightly tested |
| 5,000 – 30,000 | Very good | Low use; well within typical lifespan |
| 30,000 – 60,000 | Moderate | Normal use for a hobby or semi-pro camera |
| 60,000 – 100,000 | High | Worth inspecting shutter carefully before buying used |
| 100,000+ | Very high | Heavy use; shutter replacement may be needed |
Samsung did not publish an official shutter rating for the NX200. Given the discontinued NX system, shutter replacement parts may be difficult to source — factor this into any used purchase decision.
The Samsung NX200 was launched in late 2011 as Samsung's flagship APS-C mirrorless camera. Its 20.3 MP sensor, all-aluminium body, and 3" AMOLED touchscreen positioned it against Sony's NEX-7 and Fujifilm's X-Pro1 in the enthusiast mirrorless segment. It accepted the full range of Samsung NX lenses and supported SRW RAW shooting for full post-processing flexibility.
Samsung discontinued the entire NX camera system in 2015 to focus on smartphone cameras. This means no new NX lenses, no firmware updates, and no official service support. The NX200 nonetheless remains capable of producing excellent APS-C image quality for photography enthusiasts who already own NX lenses or can source them secondhand.
Because shutter replacement parts are scarce, shutter count is an especially important factor when evaluating a used NX200. An SRW RAW file gives the most accurate reading; a JPEG from the camera will also work.
SRW is Samsung's proprietary RAW format, used exclusively on Samsung NX mirrorless cameras. It is structurally similar to TIFF-based RAW formats and contains the full sensor data alongside rich EXIF metadata including the image counter. Adobe Camera Raw and Lightroom supported SRW through their last compatible versions, though Samsung no longer provides official SRW tooling. ShutterCount.app reads the image counter directly from the SRW structure without requiring full RAW decoding.
The NX200 shoots SRW (Samsung RAW) files. ShutterCount.app reads the image counter from SRW. JPEG files from the NX200 also contain the counter in the Samsung MakerNote.
Upload an SRW RAW file or an original unedited JPEG to ShutterCount.app. The tool reads the Samsung MakerNote and shows the cumulative shot count since manufacture.
Samsung did not publish an official rating. Community data suggests 50,000–100,000 actuations is typical. Because the NX system is discontinued, shutter parts are hard to source — weigh this when buying used.
The NX200 produces excellent APS-C image quality from a compelling compact body. However, Samsung discontinued the NX system in 2015 — no new lenses, no firmware updates, no official service. Check the shutter count carefully, and consider lens availability before buying.