Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300
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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
(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
(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

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.

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.

Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Sony HX300
NX1100 | HX300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Samsung NX1100
HX300 | NX1100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Sony HX300
NX1100 | HX300 | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Same 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX1100 vs Sony HX300 Specifications
Samsung NX1100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
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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 |