Samsung NX1 vs Sony A6300

Following is a extensive review of the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A6300, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX1 (28MP) and the A6300 (24MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX1 was unveiled 16 months prior to the A6300 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the NX1 scores vs the A6300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 and Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1 offers outer dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony A6300 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A6300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the NX1 and the A6300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and A6300 is 66 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and A6300.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung NX1 to resolve more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged NX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.