Samsung NX300 vs Sony W290

Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX300 versus Sony W290, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and W290 (12MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and W290 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The NX300 was manufactured 4 years later than the W290 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the NX300 grades versus the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300 features outer measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Samsung NX300 versus Sony W290 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX300 vs the W290.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX300 and W290 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300 and W290.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX300 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX300 will offer you more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent NX300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.