Canon M vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Canon M vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
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- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Introduced July 2012
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Announced June 2013
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Below, we are looking at the Canon M versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M (18MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
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Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M matches up against the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon M over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| M | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 922k | Crisper display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Canon M
| Galaxy NX | M | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2013 |  | July 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
| Display dimension | 4.8" |  | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon M and Samsung Galaxy NX
| M | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Canon M vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M has outer dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the M and the Galaxy NX.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M and Galaxy NX is 89 and 82 respectively.
Canon M vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M and Galaxy NX.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy NX to produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older M will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon M vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
| Canon EOS M | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon EOS M | Samsung Galaxy NX |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2012-07-23 | 2013-06-20 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 5 | DRIMe IV |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 31 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 23 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
| Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | HD TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 9.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 298 grams (0.66 lbs) | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 65 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 827 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 images | 440 images |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $510 | $1,300 |