Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30
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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Revealed May 2023
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Released January 2014
- Replaced the Samsung NX20

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon R100 versus Samsung NX30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The R100 was launched 9 years after the NX30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the R100 matches up versus the NX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R100 and Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are available at Canon R100 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Samsung NX30
R100 | NX30 | |||
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Released | May 2023 | ![]() | January 2014 | More modern by 115 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1036k | Sharper screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Canon R100
NX30 | R100 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon R100 and Samsung NX30
R100 | NX30 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon R100 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).
See the Canon R100 versus Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the R100 versus the NX30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and NX30 is 76 and 75 respectively.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R100 and NX30.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon R100 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger R100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications
Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX30 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2023-05-24 | 2014-01-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMeIV |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 20 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 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 3975 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 39 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.66x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.5 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6m at ISO 100 | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356 gr (0.78 pounds) | 375 gr (0.83 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 77 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1014 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 360 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | BP1410 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $479 | $699 |