Canon R8 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Canon R8 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 461g - 133 x 86 x 70mm
- Released February 2023
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Announced June 2013
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon R8 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the R8 (24MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively similar but the R8 (Full frame) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe R8 was released 9 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the R8 grades vs the Galaxy NX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon R8 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
| R8 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2023 |  | June 2013 | More modern by 118 months |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 1620k |  | 922k | Sharper screen (+698k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Canon R8
| Galaxy NX | R8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 4.8" |  | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon R8 and Samsung Galaxy NX
| R8 | Galaxy NX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Canon R8 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R8 has outside measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the R8 vs the Galaxy NX.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R8 and Galaxy NX is 71 and 82 respectively.
Canon R8 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R8 and Galaxy NX.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R8 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon R8 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer R8 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon R8 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
| Canon EOS R8 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon EOS R8 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2023-02-08 | 2013-06-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | DRIMe IV |
| 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 | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 1053 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 37 | 32 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3.00" | 4.8" |
| Screen resolution | 1,620k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | HD TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 461 gr (1.02 pounds) | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 133 x 86 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 93 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 14.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 3295 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 shots | 440 shots |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E17 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Single UHS-II SD card slot | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $1,499 | $1,300 |