Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30
90 Imaging
62 Features
60 Overall
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98 Imaging
32 Features
18 Overall
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Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX1000
- Refreshed by Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2011
Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and ST30 (1/3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX1100 was launched 2 years after the ST30 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the NX1100 matches up vs the ST30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1100 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Samsung ST30
NX1100 | ST30 | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 28 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Samsung NX1100
ST30 | NX1100 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX1100 and Samsung ST30
NX1100 | ST30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX1100 features external measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung ST30 has specifications of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the NX1100 and the ST30.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1100 and ST30 is 90 and 98 respectively.
Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and ST30.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX1100 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger NX1100 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
Samsung NX1100 | Samsung ST30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung NX1100 | Samsung ST30 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-04-11 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | () |
Available lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) | 87 gr (0.19 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 852 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $600 | $55 |