Samsung NX300

Fast hybrid autofocus in a compact body

Samsung NX300
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Samsung
Model EV-NX300

Key Features

SENSOR 20.3MP APS-C CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR DRIMe IV image processor for fast performance
AUTOFOCUS Hybrid AF system with 105 phase-detection points
PHASE DETECTION On-sensor phase detection for fast subject tracking
VIDEO 1080p Full HD at 60fps, H.264 format
STABILIZATION Lens-based OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
BURST RATE 8.6 frames per second continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER None (LCD only)
DISPLAY 3.31-inch AMOLED tilting touchscreen, 768k dots
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, HDMI, no headphone/mic ports
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot
WEATHER SEALING No official weather sealing, plastic and metal build
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 320 shots per charge, BP1130 battery

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Samsung NX300

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dial
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dial
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Samsung NX300

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Samsung NX300 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CMOS
Resolution 20.3 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-25600
Autofocus Hybrid Phase/Contrast Detection
Shutter Speed 1/6000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 8.6 fps
Video 1920x1080 60p
Stabilization Lens-based
Viewfinder None
LCD 3.31-inch AMOLED Tilting Touchscreen
Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, HDMI
Battery Life 320 shots
Weight 284g (body only)
Dimensions 122 x 64 x 41 mm