Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX3000

On this page, we are looking at the Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was released 3 years before the NX3000 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NX1000 matches up vs the NX3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1000 & Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1000 enjoys external measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has sizing of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the NX1000 vs the NX3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and NX3000 is 90 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged NX1000 will be behind in sensor innovation.