Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7 III
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
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- 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Announced February 2018
- Old Model is Sony A7 II
- Updated by Sony A7 IV
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7 III Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7 III, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is relatively comparable but the NX300M (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX300M was brought out 6 years prior to the A7 III which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX300M scores vs the A7 III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7 III Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300M & Sony Alpha A7 III. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sony A7 III
NX300M | A7 III | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Samsung NX300M
A7 III | NX300M | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | January 2013 | More modern by 62 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 768k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7 III
NX300M | A7 III | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300M has outer dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony A7 III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Look at the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the NX300M vs the A7 III.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and A7 III is 86 and 63 respectively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300M and A7 III.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX300M due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7 III will produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged NX300M will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-01-03 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 247 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 768k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331g (0.73 pounds) | 650g (1.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 610 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Pricing at launch | $699 | $1,998 |