Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST30

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.