Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A6300

Following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung NX3000 and Sony A6300, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX3000 (20MP) and the A6300 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX3000 was unveiled 20 months prior to the A6300 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the NX3000 grades against the A6300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX3000 & Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX3000 has got physical measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A6300 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX3000 versus the A6300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX3000 and A6300 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX3000 and A6300.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony A6300 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX3000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.