Samsung NX300 vs Sony WX9

Let's look more in depth at the Samsung NX300 versus Sony WX9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and WX9 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX300 was manufactured 2 years after the WX9 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX300 matches up versus the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300 offers exterior measurements 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 WX9 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX300 versus Sony WX9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the NX300 versus the WX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX300 and WX9 is 86 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300 and WX9.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX300 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung NX300 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer NX300 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.