Samsung NX300M vs Samsung SL720

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX300M vs Samsung SL720, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and SL720 (12MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and SL720 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The NX300M was revealed 3 years later than the SL720 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX300M matches up versus the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M and Samsung SL720. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300M comes with outside dimensions 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 Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the NX300M and the SL720.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and SL720 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300M and SL720.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX300M with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX300M will render extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer NX300M is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.