Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung NX300M

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung NX300M, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively comparable but the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX530 HS was brought out 2 years later than the NX300M and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX530 HS grades versus the NX300M in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX530 HS features exterior measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS and the NX300M.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and NX300M is 69 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and NX300M.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX530 HS because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX300M will provide extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.