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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300

Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
60
Overall
61
Samsung NX1100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 front
Portability
63
Imaging
44
Features
51
Overall
46

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Key Specs

Samsung NX1100
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
  • Launched April 2013
  • Old Model is Samsung NX1000
  • Updated by Samsung NX2000
Sony HX300
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
  • 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
  • Announced February 2013
  • Succeeded the Sony HX200V
  • Replacement is Sony HX400V
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Overview

Following is a in depth review of the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony HX300, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX1100 (20MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the NX1100 (APS-C) and HX300 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX1100 was released 2 months after the HX300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the NX1100 matches up versus the HX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Sony HX300

 NX1100 HX300 

Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Samsung NX1100

 HX300 NX1100 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Sony HX300

 NX1100 HX300 
AnnouncedApril 2013February 2013Similar generation
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution921k921kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1100 provides external measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony HX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX1100 versus the HX300.

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 top view buttons comparison

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and HX300.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The NX1100 uses the bigger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler.

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 sensor size comparison

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung NX1100 Portrait photography features
Sony HX300 Portrait photography features
77
has manual focus
MP count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
42
has manual focus
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung NX1100
Street photography with Sony HX300
73
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition in class (222 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
50
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
more heavy than competition (623g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung NX1100 Sports photography details
Sony HX300 Sports photography details
56
MP count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect AF
55
amazing zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20MP)
provides tracking focus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung NX1100 as a Travel photography camera
Sony HX300 as a Travel photography camera
68
lighter than competition in class (222 grams)
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
54
megapixel count good (20MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
long zoom (1200mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (623g)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung NX1100 Landscape photography details
Sony HX300 Landscape photography details
71
has manual focus
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
MP count decent (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse mode
48
has manual focus
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung NX1100 as a Vlogging camera
Sony HX300 as a Vlogging camera
34
comes with face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (222g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have microphone port
25
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have microphone port
more heavy than competition (623g)
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung NX1100 and Sony HX300
 Samsung NX1100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung NX1100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2013-04-11 2013-02-20
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 5472 x 3648 5184 x 3888
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 15 9
Lens
Lens mounting type Samsung NX fixed lens
Lens focal range - 24-1200mm (50.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.8-6.3
Total lenses 32 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 921 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 8.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 222 grams (0.49 pounds) 623 grams (1.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 73 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 23.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 12.5 not tested
DXO Low light score 852 not tested
Other
Battery life 320 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery model BC1030 -
Self timer Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $600 $339