Samsung NX100 vs Samsung ST30

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX100 and Samsung ST30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and ST30 (1/3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The NX100 was brought out 4 months earlier than the ST30 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the NX100 matches up against the ST30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX100 and Samsung ST30. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX100 comes with exterior measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has specifications of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX100 and Samsung ST30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the NX100 compared to the ST30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX100 and ST30 is 88 and 98 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and ST30.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX100 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX100 will give more detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively.