Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M
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Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 230g - 117 x 66 x 39mm
- Released May 2014
- Old Model is Samsung NX2000
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Launched January 2013
Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Samsung NX3000 versus Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the NX3000 (20MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe NX3000 was launched 17 months after the NX300M which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the NX3000 scores against the NX300M with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX3000 and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX3000 over the Samsung NX300M
NX3000 | NX300M | |||
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Launched | May 2014 | January 2013 | More modern by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Samsung NX3000
NX300M | NX3000 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 768k | 461k | Crisper screen (+307k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX3000 and Samsung NX300M
NX3000 | NX300M | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX3000 enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung NX3000 versus Samsung NX300M in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the NX3000 against the NX300M.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX3000 and NX300M is 89 and 86 respectively.
Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX3000 and NX300M.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger NX3000 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Samsung NX3000 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX3000 | Samsung NX300M |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-05-26 | 2013-01-03 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 247 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 32 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 768k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 pounds) | 331g (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 66 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 330 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | B740 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $897 | $699 |