Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1
79 Imaging
67 Features
88 Overall
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66 Imaging
67 Features
90 Overall
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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Launched February 2018
- Successor is Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Introduced September 2014

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon M50 and Samsung NX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the NX1 (28MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The M50 was introduced 3 years after the NX1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the M50 grades against the NX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M50 and Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Samsung NX1
M50 | NX1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | ![]() | September 2014 | Newer by 42 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1036k | Crisper screen (+4k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Canon M50
NX1 | M50 |
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Common features in the Canon M50 and Samsung NX1
M50 | NX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon M50 offers physical measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has specifications of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check out the Canon M50 and Samsung NX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the M50 against the NX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M50 and NX1 is 79 and 66 respectively.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M50 and NX1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung NX1 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger M50 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 vs Samsung NX1 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Samsung NX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS M50 | Samsung NX1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-02-26 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 8 | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-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 megapixels | 28 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6480 x 4320 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 209 |
Cross type focus points | - | 153 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 23 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 15.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m (ISO 100) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | No | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390g (0.86 lb) | 550g (1.21 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 images | 500 images |
Battery format | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1900 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $779 | $1,500 |