Samsung NX300 vs Samsung WB350F

The following is a extended assessment of the Samsung NX300 versus Samsung WB350F, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and WB350F (16MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and WB350F (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The NX300 was revealed about the same time to the WB350F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the NX300 grades versus the WB350F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 and Samsung WB350F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX300 features external dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Samsung WB350F has specifications of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX300 versus Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the NX300 compared to the WB350F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300 and WB350F is 86 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300 and WB350F.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX300 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX300 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively.