Canon XC10 vs Samsung NX3000

Below, we are comparing the Canon XC10 versus Samsung NX3000, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the XC10 (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the XC10 (1") and NX3000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The XC10 was introduced 11 months after the NX3000 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the XC10 matches up versus the NX3000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon XC10 & Samsung NX3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon XC10 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon XC10 enjoys outer dimensions of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") having a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has measurements 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the XC10 against the NX3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the XC10 and NX3000 is 54 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the XC10 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The XC10 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger XC10 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.