Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung ST100

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX1000 and Samsung ST100, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and ST100 (14MP) and the NX1000 (APS-C) and ST100 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The NX1000 was revealed 2 years later than the ST100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the NX1000 matches up vs the ST100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 and Samsung ST100. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1000 comes with external measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung ST100 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX1000 and the ST100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1000 and ST100 is 90 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX1000 and ST100.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX1000 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX1000 will render greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher NX1000 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.