Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX300
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68 Overall
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Newer Model is Sony WX350
Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX300 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung NX mini versus Sony WX300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX mini (20.5MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty well matched but the NX mini (1") and WX300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX mini was revealed 14 months later than the WX300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the NX mini matches up vs the WX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX mini and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Sony WX300
NX mini | WX300 | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | February 2013 | Fresher by 14 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Samsung NX mini
WX300 | NX mini |
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Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Sony WX300
NX mini | WX300 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX mini enjoys physical dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX mini versus Sony WX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX mini versus the WX300.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and WX300 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and WX300.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX mini using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung NX mini will give you extra detail because of its extra 2.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern NX mini is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX mini vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX mini | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-03-19 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX-M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-6.5 |
Amount of lenses | 2 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 (all 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 196g (0.43 pounds) | 166g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | B740 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $530 | $330 |