Canon SX410 IS vs Samsung NX3000

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX410 IS versus Samsung NX3000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX410 IS (20MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is relatively close but the SX410 IS (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX410 IS was revealed 9 months later than the NX3000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX410 IS scores versus the NX3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX410 IS features physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX410 IS against the NX3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX410 IS and NX3000 is 80 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX410 IS and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX410 IS provides the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging. The fresher SX410 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.