Canon SX60 HS vs Samsung NX300

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX60 HS and Samsung NX300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is fairly close but the SX60 HS (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The SX60 HS was revealed 10 months later than the NX300 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX60 HS grades versus the NX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX60 HS provides outside dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX60 HS and Samsung NX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX60 HS and the NX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and NX300 is 61 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and NX300.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX60 HS having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX300 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX60 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.