Nikon P1000 vs Samsung NX300M

Lets look closer at the Nikon P1000 versus Samsung NX300M, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively close but the P1000 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The P1000 was announced 5 years after the NX300M which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the P1000 scores versus the NX300M in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P1000 offers physical dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P1000 versus Samsung NX300M in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the P1000 and the NX300M.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P1000 and NX300M is 49 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P1000 and NX300M.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P1000 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300M will result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher P1000 provides a benefit in sensor technology.