Samsung CL5 vs Samsung NX3000

Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung CL5 versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and NX3000 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The CL5 was launched 6 years prior to the NX3000 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the CL5 scores against the NX3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL5 and Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung CL5 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL5 features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung CL5 versus Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the CL5 compared to the NX3000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CL5 and NX3000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and NX3000.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CL5 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX3000 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CL5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.