Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30
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![Canon EOS R6 front Canon EOS R6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-R6/Canon-R6-front.jpg)
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63 Features
85 Overall
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Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Announced July 2020
- New Model is Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Announced January 2014
- Superseded the Samsung NX20
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Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Overview
Here is a thorough review of the Canon R6 versus Samsung NX30, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is very well matched but the R6 (Full frame) and NX30 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.
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The R6 was revealed 6 years later than the NX30 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the R6 grades versus the NX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R6 & Samsung NX30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon R6 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Samsung NX30
R6 | NX30 | |||
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Announced | July 2020 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 80 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1036k | Crisper display (+584k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Canon R6
NX30 | R6 |
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Common features in the Canon R6 and Samsung NX30
R6 | NX30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon R6 enjoys exterior dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).
Check out the Canon R6 versus Samsung NX30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the R6 against the NX30.
![Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 size comparison Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R6-vs-Samsung-NX30-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R6 and NX30 is 61 and 75 respectively.
![Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R6-vs-Samsung-NX30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 and NX30.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The R6 uses the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler. The more modern R6 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
![Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-R6-vs-Samsung-NX30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R6-vs-Samsung-NX30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon R6 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Samsung NX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS R6 | Samsung NX30 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-07-09 | 2014-01-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic X | DRIMeIV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 6072 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 17 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dots | 1,036 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.66x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 lbs) | 375 gr (0.83 lbs) |
Dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 360 photos | 360 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | BP1410 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,499 | $699 |