Canon M vs Samsung NX210
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![Canon EOS M front Canon EOS M front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon_EOS_M_0.jpg)
![Samsung NX210 front Samsung NX210 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung_NX210_1.jpg)
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62 Features
57 Overall
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Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed July 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced August 2012
- Previous Model is Samsung NX200
- Successor is Samsung NX300
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Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon M versus Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M (18MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
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The M was launched very close to the NX210 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the M grades against the NX210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Samsung NX210
M | NX210 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+426k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Canon M
NX210 | M |
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Common features in the Canon M and Samsung NX210
M | NX210 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon M enjoys external dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Canon M versus Samsung NX210 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the M vs the NX210.
![Canon M vs Samsung NX210 size comparison Canon M vs Samsung NX210 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Samsung-NX210-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M and NX210 is 89 and 90 respectively.
![Canon M vs Samsung NX210 top view buttons comparison Canon M vs Samsung NX210 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Samsung-NX210-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and NX210.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung NX210 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively.
![Canon M vs Samsung NX210 sensor size comparison Canon M vs Samsung NX210 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Samsung-NX210-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Samsung-NX210-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Canon EOS M | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS M | Samsung NX210 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-07-23 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface 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 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 23 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 827 | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $510 | $625 |