Samsung NX100 vs Samsung ST80

Below, we are contrasting the Samsung NX100 and Samsung ST80, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the NX100 (15MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the NX100 (APS-C) and ST80 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The NX100 was revealed 9 months after the ST80 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the NX100 scores versus the ST80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX100 & Samsung ST80. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX100 has outer 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 ST80 has dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the NX100 vs the ST80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and ST80 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX100 and ST80.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX100 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX100 will provide more detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger NX100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.