Samsung NX300M vs Samsung NX500

Following is a complete comparison of the Samsung NX300M versus Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are produced by Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and NX500 (28MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX300M was unveiled 3 years earlier than the NX500 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the NX300M matches up vs the NX500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300M & Samsung NX500. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300M features physical measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX300M versus Samsung NX500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the NX300M versus the NX500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NX300M and NX500 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and NX500.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung NX500 to give you extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged NX300M is going to be behind in sensor technology.