Samsung NX mini vs Samsung NX300

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.