Samsung NX300 vs Sony G3

Here is a in depth assessment of the Samsung NX300 vs Sony G3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and G3 (10MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX300 was brought out 4 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX300 matches up vs the G3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300 provides external dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX300 vs Sony G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX300 compared to the G3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX300 and G3 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300 and G3.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX300 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX300 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer NX300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.