Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1
76 Imaging
71 Features
70 Overall
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66 Imaging
67 Features
90 Overall
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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Launched May 2023
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Announced September 2014

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the NX1 (28MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The R100 was launched 8 years later than the NX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the R100 scores against the NX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R100 & Samsung NX1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R100 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Samsung NX1
R100 | NX1 | |||
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Announced | May 2023 | ![]() | September 2014 | More recent by 106 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1036k | Crisper screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Canon R100
NX1 | R100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon R100 and Samsung NX1
R100 | NX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon R100 offers exterior dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check the Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the R100 against the NX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R100 and NX1 is 76 and 66 respectively.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R100 and NX1.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung NX1 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger R100 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX1 Specifications
Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2023-05-24 | 2014-09-15 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 28 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 | 6480 x 4320 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 3975 | 209 |
Cross focus points | - | 153 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 39 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.5 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6m at ISO 100 | 11.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, 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 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.265 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356 grams (0.78 lbs) | 550 grams (1.21 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 500 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | BP1900 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $479 | $1,500 |