Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX100 II
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Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Released November 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX210
- Refreshed by Samsung NX500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Older Model is Sony RX100
- Successor is Sony RX100 III
Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung NX300 versus Sony RX100 II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX300 (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly comparable but the NX300 (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") use different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX300 was launched 5 months later than the RX100 II which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the NX300 matches up against the RX100 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Sony RX100 II
NX300 | RX100 II | |||
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Display dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Samsung NX300
RX100 II | NX300 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 768k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX300 and Sony RX100 II
NX300 | RX100 II | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | June 2013 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX300 has got external dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX300 versus Sony RX100 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the NX300 and the RX100 II.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300 and RX100 II is 86 and 89 respectively.
Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX300 and RX100 II.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The NX300 contains the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult.
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Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Samsung NX300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-11-24 | 2013-06-27 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 768 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 lbs) | 281 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 76 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 942 | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 350 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $750 | $598 |