Canon M vs Samsung NX mini
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Canon M vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched July 2012
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced March 2014
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Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon M and Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the M (18MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is fairly similar but the M (APS-C) and NX mini (1") offer different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe M was launched 20 months before the NX mini making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the M scores against the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M and Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Samsung NX mini
| M | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 461k | Sharper display (+579k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Canon M
| NX mini | M | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2014 |  | July 2012 | More recent by 20 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Canon M and Samsung NX mini
| M | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Canon M vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon M has physical dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the M against the NX mini.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M and NX mini is 89 and 93 respectively.
Canon M vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and NX mini.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX mini will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2.5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older M is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon M vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
| Canon EOS M | Samsung NX mini | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon EOS M | Samsung NX mini |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-07-23 | 2014-03-19 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 5 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 20.5 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW support | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 31 | 21 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX-M |
| Amount of lenses | 23 | 2 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 6.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/200 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 (all 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) | 196 gr (0.43 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 photos | 650 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E12 | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $510 | $530 |