Samsung NX300 vs Samsung PL120

Here is a thorough comparison of the Samsung NX300 versus Samsung PL120, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and PL120 (14MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and PL120 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX300 was released 2 years later than the PL120 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the NX300 scores vs the PL120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300 and Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300 has external measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX300 versus Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the NX300 against the PL120.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX300 and PL120 is 86 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300 and PL120.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX300 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung NX300 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger NX300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.