Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80
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![Samsung NX300 front Samsung NX300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung_NX300M_7.jpg)
![Samsung ST80 front Samsung ST80 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST80/Samsung-ST80-front.jpg)
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Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Announced November 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX210
- Refreshed by Samsung NX500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and ST80 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
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The NX300 was manufactured 3 years after the ST80 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the NX300 grades against the ST80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300 & Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Samsung ST80
NX300 | ST80 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 48 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 768k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+538k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Samsung NX300
ST80 | NX300 |
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Common features in the Samsung NX300 and Samsung ST80
NX300 | ST80 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300 features outside measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has sizing of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the NX300 versus the ST80.
![Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 size comparison Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX300-vs-Samsung-ST80-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX300 and ST80 is 86 and 96 respectively.
![Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 top view buttons comparison Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX300-vs-Samsung-ST80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300 and ST80.
To sum up, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX300 featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung NX300 will produce greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger NX300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 sensor size comparison Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-NX300-vs-Samsung-ST80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-NX300-vs-Samsung-ST80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Samsung NX300 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX300 | Samsung ST80 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-11-24 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DRIMe IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 4800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 247 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 768k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 331 gr (0.73 pounds) | 118 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 76 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 942 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $750 | $249 |