Samsung NX300M vs Sony A65

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung NX300M and Sony A65, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the A65 (24MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The NX300M was released 14 months later than the A65 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the NX300M matches up vs the A65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300M and Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300M features outer measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX300M and Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX300M and the A65.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the NX300M and A65 is 86 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300M and A65.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A65 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer NX300M should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.