Canon SX240 HS vs Samsung NX300M

The following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX240 HS and Samsung NX300M, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX240 HS was manufactured 11 months prior to the NX300M which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX240 HS grades vs the NX300M for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the NX300M.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and NX300M is 91 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and NX300M.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX240 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300M will produce extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS will be behind in sensor innovation.