Canon M100 vs Samsung NX300M
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Canon M100 vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 302g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Introduced August 2017
- Replaced the Canon M10
- Successor is Canon M200
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2013
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Canon M100 versus Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the M100 (24MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe M100 was brought out 4 years after the NX300M which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the M100 matches up vs the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M100 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M100 over the Samsung NX300M
M100 | NX300M | |||
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Introduced | August 2017 | January 2013 | Newer by 57 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 768k | Crisper display (+272k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Canon M100
NX300M | M100 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon M100 and Samsung NX300M
M100 | NX300M | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M100 enjoys outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
See the Canon M100 versus Samsung NX300M in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the M100 and the NX300M.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M100 and NX300M is 88 and 86 respectively.
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M100 and NX300M.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon M100 to resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent M100 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon M100 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Canon EOS M100 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS M100 | Samsung NX300M |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-08-29 | 2013-01-03 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | 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 surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 23 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 768 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.1fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 302g (0.67 pounds) | 331g (0.73 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1272 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 photos | 330 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $449 | $699 |