Samsung NX300 vs Sony W690

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX300 vs Sony W690, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and W690 (16MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and W690 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The NX300 was brought out 22 months later than the W690 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the NX300 matches up against the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300 enjoys exterior 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 W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX300 vs Sony W690 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 employing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the NX300 and the W690.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX300 and W690 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX300 and W690.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX300 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX300 will give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger NX300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.