Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1
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62 Features
73 Overall
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94 Imaging
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34 Overall
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Revealed June 2013
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe NX300M was announced 5 months earlier than the TF1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the NX300M scores vs the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sony TF1
NX300M | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") | |
Screen resolution | 768k | 460k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung NX300M
TF1 | NX300M |
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Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sony TF1
NX300M | TF1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | June 2013 | Same generation | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300M has external measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the NX300M vs the TF1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and TF1 is 86 and 94 respectively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300M and TF1.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX300M having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX300M will produce more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX300M | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-03 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 247 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 768k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 331g (0.73 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 240 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP1130 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $699 | $266 |