Samsung NX300M vs Sony HX90V

In this article, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX300M vs Sony HX90V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively comparable but the NX300M (APS-C) and HX90V (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The NX300M was introduced 3 years prior to the HX90V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX300M scores versus the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300M and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX300M enjoys physical measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX300M vs Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the NX300M compared to the HX90V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX300M and HX90V is 86 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300M and HX90V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX300M with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX300M will provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older NX300M will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.