Samsung NX300M vs Sony A55

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung NX300M and Sony A55, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and A55 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The NX300M was introduced 2 years later than the A55 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the NX300M scores vs the A55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300M & Sony SLT-A55. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300M has got outside measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony A55 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX300M and Sony A55 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the NX300M compared to the A55.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and A55 is 86 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and A55.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung NX300M to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern NX300M will have an edge in sensor tech.