Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX300

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The Z fc was introduced 7 years after the NX300 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z fc grades against the NX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc & Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc enjoys physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has specifications 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z fc vs the NX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and NX300 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and NX300.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon Z fc to provide extra detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z fc provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.