Canon R3 vs Samsung NX1

Let's look more closely at the Canon R3 vs Samsung NX1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the NX1 (28MP) is very similar but the R3 (Full frame) and NX1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The R3 was announced 7 years later than the NX1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the R3 matches up against the NX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R3 & Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are available at Canon R3 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon R3 enjoys external measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") having a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the R3 vs the NX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the R3 and NX1 is 52 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R3 and NX1.

Clearly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The R3 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung NX1 will offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent R3 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.