Canon 350D vs Samsung NX300

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon 350D and Samsung NX300, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the 350D (8MP) and NX300 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 350D was launched 9 years prior to the NX300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 350D being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the 350D grades vs the NX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 350D and Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are available at Canon 350D Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 350D enjoys physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Canon 350D and Samsung NX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 350D versus the NX300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 350D and NX300 is 70 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 350D and NX300.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung NX300 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older 350D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.