Samsung NX300M vs Sigma fp L
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Samsung NX300M vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Superseded the Sigma fp
Samsung NX300M vs Sigma fp L Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Samsung NX300M versus Sigma fp L, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and fp L (61MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe NX300M was launched 9 years prior to the fp L and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the NX300M matches up against the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX300M vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300M and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sigma fp L
NX300M | fp L | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.3" | 3.2" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Samsung NX300M
fp L | NX300M | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | January 2013 | Fresher by 100 months | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 768k | Clearer screen (+1332k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sigma fp L
NX300M | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX300M vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300M offers physical dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX300M versus Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NX300M and the fp L.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and fp L is 86 and 83 respectively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX300M and fp L.
Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX300M featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp L will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 41 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older NX300M is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Samsung NX300M vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung NX300M | Sigma fp L |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-01-03 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 61MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 9520 x 6328 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 40 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 768k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331 gr (0.73 lb) | 427 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 240 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $699 | $2,499 |