Samsung NX300M vs Sony a5100

Here is a extended review of the Samsung NX300M vs Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX300M was launched 19 months earlier than the a5100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX300M scores versus the a5100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M & Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX300M features physical dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony a5100 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the NX300M vs the a5100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX300M and a5100 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300M and a5100.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony a5100 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older NX300M is going to be behind in sensor technology.