Samsung NX300M vs Samsung SL620

Let's look more closely at the Samsung NX300M versus Samsung SL620, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and SL620 (12MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and SL620 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX300M was brought out 3 years later than the SL620 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the NX300M scores against the SL620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300M & Samsung SL620. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300M has got physical measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the NX300M and the SL620.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and SL620 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and SL620.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX300M due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX300M will produce more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent NX300M will have an edge in sensor tech.