Samsung NX500 vs Samsung ST150F

The following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung NX500 versus Samsung ST150F, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the NX500 (28MP) and ST150F (16MP) and the NX500 (APS-C) and ST150F (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The NX500 was introduced 2 years after the ST150F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the NX500 matches up versus the ST150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX500 & Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX500 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung NX500 has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the NX500 versus the ST150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX500 and ST150F is 87 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX500 and ST150F.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX500 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung NX500 will offer greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger NX500 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.