Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100
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62 Features
76 Overall
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and ST100 (14MP) and the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and ST100 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe Galaxy NX was released 3 years after the ST100 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Galaxy NX scores against the ST100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy NX & Samsung ST100. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Samsung ST100
Galaxy NX | ST100 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 43 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 4.8" | 3.5" | Larger display (+1.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
ST100 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Display resolution | 1152k | 922k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy NX and Samsung ST100
Galaxy NX | ST100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy NX provides outside measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung ST100 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Galaxy NX vs the ST100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Galaxy NX and ST100 is 82 and 95 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy NX and ST100.
Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Galaxy NX featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy NX should have a benefit in sensor tech.
Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy NX | Samsung ST100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-06-20 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | HD TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 495g (1.09 pounds) | 155g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $1,300 | $250 |