Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX300

Here is a complete analysis of the Samsung NX mini vs Sony HX300, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the NX mini (1") and HX300 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The NX mini was released 14 months later than the HX300 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the NX mini matches up vs the HX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX mini has got outside measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has sizing of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX mini vs the HX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX mini and HX300 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX mini and HX300.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX mini due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will give extra detail as a result of its extra 0.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern NX mini should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.