Samsung NX2000 vs Samsung ST150F

Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung ST150F, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX2000 (20MP) and ST150F (16MP) and the NX2000 (APS-C) and ST150F (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The NX2000 was brought out 11 months after the ST150F so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the NX2000 grades versus the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX2000 and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX2000 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX2000 enjoys external measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung NX2000 and Samsung ST150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the NX2000 compared to the ST150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX2000 and ST150F is 89 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX2000 and ST150F.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX2000 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX2000 will render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer NX2000 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.