Canon M3 vs Samsung NX210
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65 Features
76 Overall
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61 Features
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Canon M3 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Released February 2015
- Renewed by Canon M6
(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
- Revealed August 2012
- Previous Model is Samsung NX200
- Renewed by Samsung NX300
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In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon M3 and Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe M3 was introduced 2 years after the NX210 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M3 matches up vs the NX210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Samsung NX210
| M3 | NX210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2015 |  | August 2012 | Newer by 31 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 614k | Clearer screen (+426k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Canon M3
| NX210 | M3 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon M3 and Samsung NX210
| M3 | NX210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Canon M3 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon M3 offers external dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the M3 against the NX210.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M3 and NX210 is 85 and 90 respectively.
Canon M3 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and NX210.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon M3 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher M3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon M3 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
| Canon EOS M3 | Samsung NX210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon EOS M3 | Samsung NX210 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2015-02-06 | 2012-08-14 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
| Total lenses | 23 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.2 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 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 file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 366g (0.81 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 72 | 71 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1169 | 719 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E17 | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $481 | $625 |