Samsung NX3000 vs Samsung ST95

Here, we are analyzing the Samsung NX3000 and Samsung ST95, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and ST95 (16MP) and the NX3000 (APS-C) and ST95 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The NX3000 was released 3 years after the ST95 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NX3000 scores versus the ST95 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX3000 & Samsung ST95. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung NX3000 has got external measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung ST95 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the NX3000 versus the ST95.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX3000 and ST95 is 89 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX3000 and ST95.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX3000 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX3000 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer NX3000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.