Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M
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![Samsung Galaxy Camera front Samsung Galaxy Camera front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-front.jpg)
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Other Name is Wi-Fi
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced January 2013
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung NX300M, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very close but the Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
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The Galaxy Camera was revealed 2 months after the NX300M and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Galaxy Camera matches up vs the NX300M when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung NX300M. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Samsung NX300M
Galaxy Camera | NX300M | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3.3" | Larger display (+1.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 768k | Sharper display (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
NX300M | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung NX300M
Galaxy Camera | NX300M | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy Camera enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M 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).
See the Samsung Galaxy Camera and Samsung NX300M in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Galaxy Camera and the NX300M.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M size comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Samsung-NX300M-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera and NX300M is 90 and 86 respectively.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M top view buttons comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Samsung-NX300M-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera and NX300M.
As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy Camera using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M sensor size comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Samsung-NX300M-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-vs-Samsung-NX300M-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung Galaxy Camera vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera | Samsung NX300M |
Otherwise known as | Wi-Fi | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-02-19 | 2013-01-03 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.4GHz Quad-Core | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 247 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 23-481mm (20.9x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 4.8 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 768k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $450 | $699 |