Samsung NX300M vs Sony ZV-1

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung NX300M vs Sony ZV-1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX300M (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very similar but the NX300M (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The NX300M was launched 8 years earlier than the ZV-1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the NX300M matches up versus the ZV-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300M and Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX300M Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX300M has physical measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the NX300M versus the ZV-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the NX300M and ZV-1 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and ZV-1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The NX300M features the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The older NX300M is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.