Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung NX300M and Sony TX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The NX300M was unveiled 3 years after the TX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX300M scores against the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300M and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung NX300M provides outside 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) while the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the NX300M versus the TX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and TX1 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and TX1.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX300M using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX300M will result in extra detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer NX300M provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.