Samsung NX1100 vs Samsung ST95

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX1100 and Samsung ST95, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and ST95 (16MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and ST95 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The NX1100 was released 2 years later than the ST95 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the NX1100 scores versus the ST95 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1100 and Samsung ST95. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1100 provides external dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX1100 and Samsung ST95 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX1100 vs the ST95.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1100 and ST95 is 90 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1100 and ST95.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1100 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher NX1100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.