Samsung NX300M vs Samsung ST80

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX300M and Samsung ST80, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Samsung. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the NX300M (20MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the NX300M (APS-C) and ST80 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The NX300M was brought out 3 years after the ST80 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX300M scores vs the ST80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX300M & Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are available at Samsung NX300M Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung NX300M provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has sizing of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the NX300M versus the ST80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX300M and ST80 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX300M and ST80.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX300M due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX300M will give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern NX300M is going to have an edge in sensor tech.