Samsung NX300M vs Sony WX1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Samsung NX300M and Sony WX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and WX1 (1/2.4") feature different sensor size.

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The NX300M was launched 3 years after the WX1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the NX300M scores vs the WX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300M has got outside measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX300M and Sony WX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX300M against the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and WX1 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and WX1.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX300M featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX300M will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer NX300M should have an edge in sensor tech.