Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7c
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7c Key Specs
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2013
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Revealed September 2020
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7c Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7c, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the A7c (24MP) is relatively well matched but the NX300M (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) posses different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe NX300M was unveiled 8 years prior to the A7c and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the NX300M grades versus the A7c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7c Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300M and Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sony A7c
NX300M | A7c | |||
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Screen size | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Samsung NX300M
A7c | NX300M | |||
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Revealed | September 2020 | January 2013 | Fresher by 93 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 768k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7c
NX300M | A7c | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300M features outside dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony A7c has sizing of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Compare the Samsung NX300M and Sony A7c in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the NX300M versus the A7c.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and A7c is 86 and 78 respectively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300M and A7c.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX300M using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7c will resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older NX300M is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony A7c Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha A7c |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-01-03 | 2020-09-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Available lenses | 32 | 122 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 768k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) | 509 grams (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
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 | 740 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP1130 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $699 | $1,800 |