Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung ST80

Here is a extended assessment of the Samsung NX3000 and Samsung ST80, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the NX3000 (APS-C) and ST80 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX3000 was introduced 4 years later than the ST80 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the NX3000 scores against the ST80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX3000 & Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung NX3000 has got outer dimensions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has sizing of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the NX3000 compared to the ST80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the NX3000 and ST80 is 89 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX3000 and ST80.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX3000 having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX3000 will deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent NX3000 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.