Samsung NX300M vs Sony WX10

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung NX300M versus Sony WX10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and WX10 (16MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and WX10 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The NX300M was revealed 2 years after the WX10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX300M grades vs the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX300M has physical 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 WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the NX300M versus the WX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX300M and WX10 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and WX10.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX300M using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX300M will show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer NX300M is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.