Canon SX120 IS vs Samsung NX300M

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon SX120 IS versus Samsung NX300M, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and NX300M (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The SX120 IS was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX300M and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX120 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX120 IS matches up versus the NX300M in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS & Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX120 IS Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX120 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS versus Samsung NX300M in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX120 IS vs the NX300M.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and NX300M is 87 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX120 IS and NX300M.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX120 IS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX300M will resolve more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SX120 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.