Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced August 2009
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1 Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Sony TX1
NX300M | TX1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | August 2009 | More modern by 42 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 768k | 230k | Crisper display (+538k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Samsung NX300M
TX1 | NX300M |
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Common features in the Samsung NX300M and Sony TX1
NX300M | TX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Samsung NX300M and Sony TX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
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.
Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX300M vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Samsung NX300M | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung NX300M | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-01-03 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIMe IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 247 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 8cm |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 768 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $699 | $350 |