Samsung NX mini vs Samsung ST100
93 Imaging
52 Features
68 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
34 Overall
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Samsung NX mini vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched March 2014
(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 NX mini vs Samsung ST100 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Samsung NX mini versus Samsung ST100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and ST100 (14MP) and the NX mini (1") and ST100 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe NX mini was launched 4 years after the ST100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the NX mini matches up against the ST100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX mini and Samsung ST100. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX mini Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Samsung ST100
NX mini | ST100 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | January 2010 | Newer by 52 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Samsung NX mini
ST100 | NX mini | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 461k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX mini and Samsung ST100
NX mini | ST100 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX mini provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX mini versus Samsung ST100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the NX mini vs the ST100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX mini and ST100 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and ST100.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX mini because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung NX mini will show greater detail utilizing its extra 6.5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern NX mini provides an edge in sensor technology.
Samsung NX mini vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
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Samsung NX mini vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Samsung NX mini | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX mini | Samsung ST100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-03-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.5MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX-M | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 2 | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
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 (all 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 196g (0.43 lb) | 155g (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | B740 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2-30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $530 | $250 |