Samsung NX300 vs Sony RX1R II

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX300 versus Sony RX1R II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) come with different sensor size.

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The NX300 was released 22 months before the RX1R II making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX300 scores against the RX1R II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300 features external dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX300 versus Sony RX1R II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the NX300 versus the RX1R II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX300 and RX1R II is 86 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX300 and RX1R II.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX300 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX1R II will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older NX300 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.