Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST150F

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung NX300 versus Samsung ST150F, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and ST150F (16MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and ST150F (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The NX300 was brought out 11 months after the ST150F and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NX300 grades versus the ST150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300 and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX300 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX300 enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX300 versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the NX300 compared to the ST150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the NX300 and ST150F is 86 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300 and ST150F.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX300 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX300 will offer you more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern NX300 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.