Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M
76 Imaging
71 Features
70 Overall
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86 Imaging
61 Features
73 Overall
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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Introduced May 2023
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Here, we are matching up the Canon R100 and Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The R100 was announced 10 years after the NX300M which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the R100 scores versus the NX300M in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R100 & Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are available at Canon R100 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Samsung NX300M
R100 | NX300M | |||
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Announced | May 2023 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 127 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 768k | Clearer display (+272k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Canon R100
NX300M | R100 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3.3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon R100 and Samsung NX300M
R100 | NX300M | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon R100 enjoys outer measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon R100 and Samsung NX300M in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the R100 versus the NX300M.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and NX300M is 76 and 86 respectively.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the R100 and NX300M.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon R100 to give you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger R100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX300M |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2023-05-24 | 2013-01-03 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 3975 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 39 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3.00 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 768k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/6000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6m at ISO 100 | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356 grams (0.78 pounds) | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 330 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $479 | $699 |