Samsung NX10 vs Samsung ST600

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung NX10 versus Samsung ST600, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the NX10 (15MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the NX10 (APS-C) and ST600 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The NX10 was revealed 4 months later than the ST600 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the NX10 scores against the ST600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX10 and Samsung ST600. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX10 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX10 offers exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Samsung ST600 has sizing of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Samsung NX10 versus Samsung ST600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NX10 compared to the ST600.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX10 and ST600 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX10 and ST600.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX10 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX10 will show extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively.