Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung NX300

Here is a extensive review of the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung NX300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is fairly close but the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The SX520 HS was announced 9 months later than the NX300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX520 HS scores vs the NX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung NX300 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).

Take a look at the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung NX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS and the NX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and NX300 is 69 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and NX300.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX520 HS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX300 will render greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The newer SX520 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.