Samsung NX30 vs Sony HX300

Below, we are contrasting the Samsung NX30 and Sony HX300, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX30 (20MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very well matched but the NX30 (APS-C) and HX300 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The NX30 was brought out 11 months later than the HX300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the NX30 grades against the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 provides external measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX30 and Sony HX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX30 compared to the HX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX30 and HX300 is 75 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the NX30 and HX300.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizing. The NX30 has got the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The younger NX30 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.