Samsung NX300M vs Sony W560

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX300M vs Sony W560, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and W560 (14MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX300M was unveiled 2 years later than the W560 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the NX300M scores against the W560 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300M and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300M has got external measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the NX300M versus the W560.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and W560 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and W560.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX300M having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung NX300M will offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher NX300M is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.