• APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
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  • APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Sony NEX-VG10 advantages over Samsung NX3300

  • Lens selection
    Good vs Limited
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.16 vs 4.29 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • More telephoto lens reach
    300 mm vs 75 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 461k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Wider angle kit lens
    27 mm vs 30 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    7.0 fps vs 5.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Samsung NX3300 advantages over Sony NEX-VG10

  • Less expensive
    $500 vs $2000 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Thinner
    39 mm vs 294 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    9 years vs 14 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    20.3 vs 14.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    25600 vs 12800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX2000

Sony NEX-VG10
Samsung NX2000
  • $2000
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Sony NEX-VG10 vs Samsung NX2000

Samsung NX3300
Samsung NX2000
  • $400
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen

Compare Samsung NX3300 vs Samsung NX2000

Compared to Samsung NX1

Sony NEX-VG10
Samsung NX1
  • $2000
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive
  • $1797
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Sony NEX-VG10 vs Samsung NX1

Samsung NX3300
Samsung NX1
  • $400
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1797
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Samsung NX3300 vs Samsung NX1

Compared to Canon EOS M10

Sony NEX-VG10
Canon EOS M10
  • $2000
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Sony NEX-VG10 vs Canon EOS M10

Samsung NX3300
Canon EOS M10
  • $400
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Samsung NX3300 vs Canon EOS M10

Compared to Sigma sd Quattro

Sony NEX-VG10
Sigma sd Quattro
  • $2000
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Bigger pixels
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Sony NEX-VG10 vs Sigma sd Quattro

Samsung NX3300
Sigma sd Quattro
  • $400
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Samsung NX3300 vs Sigma sd Quattro

Compared to Olympus E-M1X

Sony NEX-VG10
Olympus E-M1X
  • $2000
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2349
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Sony NEX-VG10 vs Olympus E-M1X

Samsung NX3300
Olympus E-M1X
  • $400
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2349
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX3300 vs Olympus E-M1X

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