Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A300

Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony A300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and A300 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NX1100 was released 5 years later than the A300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX1100 grades against the A300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony A300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1100 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A300 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony A300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX1100 against the A300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and A300 is 90 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1100 and A300.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung NX1100 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher NX1100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.