Samsung NX300 vs Sony QX30

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX300 versus Sony QX30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX300 (20MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is fairly close but the NX300 (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX300 was introduced 9 months prior to the QX30 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX300 matches up against the QX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300 comes with outer 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 Sony QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX300 versus Sony QX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the NX300 versus the QX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300 and QX30 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300 and QX30.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The NX300 offers the larger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The older NX300 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.