Canon M3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Canon M3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Revealed February 2015
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Introduced June 2013
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Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon M3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe M3 was revealed 20 months after the Galaxy NX which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the M3 scores versus the Galaxy NX in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| M3 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2015 |  | June 2013 | More modern by 20 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 922k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Canon M3
| Galaxy NX | M3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 4.8" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Samsung Galaxy NX
| M3 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Canon M3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M3 provides physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the M3 vs the Galaxy NX.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and Galaxy NX is 85 and 82 respectively.
Canon M3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M3 and Galaxy NX.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon M3 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger M3 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon M3 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
| Canon EOS M3 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon EOS M3 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2015-02-06 | 2013-06-20 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 6 | DRIMe IV |
| 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 | 24MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
| Amount of lenses | 23 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | - | HD TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.2fps | 9.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 366 gr (0.81 pounds) | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 1169 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photos | 440 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E17 | - |
| 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 | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $481 | $1,300 |