Nikon D3 vs Samsung ST90

Lets look more closely at the Nikon D3 vs Samsung ST90, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the D3 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively similar but the D3 (Full frame) and ST90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The D3 was introduced 3 years prior to the ST90 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D3 being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the D3 grades vs the ST90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3 and Samsung ST90. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D3 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3 comes with physical dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") along with a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the D3 against the ST90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D3 and ST90 is 50 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D3 and ST90.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D3 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung ST90 will offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older D3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.