Samsung NX300M vs Samsung TL240

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung NX300M and Samsung TL240, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and TL240 (14MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and TL240 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The NX300M was brought out 3 years later than the TL240 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the NX300M scores vs the TL240 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M and Samsung TL240. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300M features external 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 TL240 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX300M and Samsung TL240 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the NX300M vs the TL240.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX300M and TL240 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX300M and TL240.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX300M due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Samsung NX300M will result in greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher NX300M provides a benefit in sensor technology.