Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung NX300

Below is a comprehensive review of the Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are built by Samsung. The image resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was introduced 7 months earlier than the NX300 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX1100 scores against the NX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 and Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1100 provides external dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung NX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the NX1100 against the NX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and NX300 is 90 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1100 and NX300.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older NX1100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.