Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300
93 Imaging
52 Features
68 Overall
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86 Imaging
63 Features
73 Overall
67
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 Key Specs
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- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched March 2014
(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 November 2013
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX210
- New Model is Samsung NX500
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both offered by Samsung. The resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is very comparable but the NX mini (1") and NX300 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX mini was introduced 4 months later than the NX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the NX mini scores vs the NX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini and Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Samsung NX300
NX mini | NX300 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Samsung NX mini
NX300 | NX mini | |||
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Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 768k | 461k | Crisper display (+307k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Samsung NX300
NX mini | NX300 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | November 2013 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the NX mini against the NX300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and NX300 is 93 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and NX300.
As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX mini with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX mini will produce greater detail using its extra 0.5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300 Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Samsung NX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX mini | Samsung NX300 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-03-19 | 2013-11-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX-M | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 2 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) | 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 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 196 gr (0.43 pounds) | 331 gr (0.73 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 942 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | 330 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | B740 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $530 | $750 |