Samsung NX100 vs Sony WX300

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung NX100 and Sony WX300, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is relatively similar but the NX100 (APS-C) and WX300 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The NX100 was launched 3 years before the WX300 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX100 scores vs the WX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX100 provides outside measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX100 and Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the NX100 vs the WX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and WX300 is 88 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and WX300.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX100 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX300 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.