Canon M100 vs Samsung NX100

Below is a in depth review of the Canon M100 versus Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and NX100 (15MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M100 was introduced 7 years later than the NX100 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M100 scores vs the NX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M100 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon M100 features external measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the M100 compared to the NX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M100 and NX100 is 88 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M100 and NX100.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon M100 to give more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern M100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.