Canon M vs Samsung NX1000
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Canon M vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Launched July 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2012
- Successor is Samsung NX1100
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Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon M versus Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe M was released 4 months later than the NX1000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the M scores against the NX1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Canon M Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Samsung NX1000
| M | NX1000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Canon M
| NX1000 | M |
|---|
Common features in the Canon M and Samsung NX1000
| M | NX1000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2012 |  | April 2012 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon M vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon M has got 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) and the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the M compared to the NX1000.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M and NX1000 is 89 and 90 respectively.
Canon M vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and NX1000.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX1000 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively.
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Canon M vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
| Canon EOS M | Samsung NX1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon EOS M | Samsung NX1000 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-07-23 | 2012-04-19 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 31 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
| Total lenses | 23 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
| 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 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 298g (0.66 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 65 | 72 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | 12.4 |
| DXO Low light rating | 827 | 840 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 pictures | 320 pictures |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E12 | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $510 | $388 |