Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7S II
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Introduced October 2015
- Succeeded the Sony A7S
- Replacement is Sony A7S III
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7S II Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7S II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and A7S II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe NX300M was unveiled 3 years earlier than the A7S II which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NX300M matches up versus the A7S II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7S II Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX300M & Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sony A7S II
NX300M | A7S II | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Samsung NX300M
A7S II | NX300M | |||
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Introduced | October 2015 | January 2013 | More modern by 33 months | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 768k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7S II
NX300M | A7S II | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX300M features outer measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony A7S II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7S II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX300M compared to the A7S II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and A7S II is 86 and 68 respectively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300M and A7S II.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX300M using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX300M will render greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged NX300M will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-01-03 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 247 | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Available lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 768k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 lb) | 627 grams (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 370 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $699 | $2,767 |