Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600
86 Imaging
62 Features
73 Overall
66
77 Imaging
70 Features
96 Overall
80
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
- Revealed August 2019
- Newer Model is Sony A6700
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung NX300M and Sony A6600, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX300M was introduced 7 years earlier than the A6600 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the NX300M grades vs the A6600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M and Sony Alpha a6600. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony A6600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sony A6600
NX300M | A6600 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Samsung NX300M
A6600 | NX300M | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | August 2019 | January 2013 | Newer by 80 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 768k | Sharper screen (+154k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sony A6600
NX300M | A6600 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300M features exterior 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 A6600 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX300M and Sony A6600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX300M and the A6600.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and A6600 is 86 and 77 respectively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX300M and A6600.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony A6600 to give you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged NX300M is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Samsung NX300M vs Sony A6600 Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha a6600 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX300M | Sony Alpha a6600 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-01-03 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias 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 | 32000 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 247 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Total lenses | 32 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 768k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331 grams (0.73 lbs) | 503 grams (1.11 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1497 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 810 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-FZ1000 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $699 | $1,198 |