Canon M3 vs Samsung NX mini
85 Imaging
65 Features
76 Overall
69
93 Imaging
52 Features
68 Overall
58
Canon M3 vs Samsung NX mini 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
- Announced February 2015
- Successor is Canon M6
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- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced March 2014
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Following is a thorough overview of the Canon M3 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is relatively close but the M3 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe M3 was introduced 11 months after the NX mini which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M3 matches up vs the NX mini when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Samsung NX mini
| M3 | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2015 |  | March 2014 | More modern by 11 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 461k | Sharper screen (+579k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Canon M3
| NX mini | M3 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon M3 and Samsung NX mini
| M3 | NX mini | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Canon M3 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M3 offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the M3 vs the NX mini.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and NX mini is 85 and 93 respectively.
Canon M3 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and NX mini.
All in all, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M3 having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon M3 will provide you with more detail using its extra 3.5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger M3 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon M3 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
| Canon EOS M3 | Samsung NX mini | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon EOS M3 | Samsung NX mini |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2014-03-19 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20.5 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW data | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 21 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX-M |
| Total lenses | 23 | 2 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.2 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/200s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (all 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 366 grams (0.81 lb) | 196 grams (0.43 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 shots | 650 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E17 | B740 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $481 | $530 |