Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST95

Here is a detailed review of the Samsung NX300 and Samsung ST95, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and ST95 (16MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and ST95 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The NX300 was revealed 2 years later than the ST95 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the NX300 matches up against the ST95 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX300 & Samsung ST95. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX300 provides outside dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung ST95 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the NX300 against the ST95.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the NX300 and ST95 is 86 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX300 and ST95.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX300 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX300 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher NX300 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.