Samsung ST100 vs Sony A7S III

Lets look more closely at the Samsung ST100 versus Sony A7S III, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the A7S III (12MP) is relatively comparable but the ST100 (1/2.3") and A7S III (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The ST100 was launched 11 years prior to the A7S III and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ST100 matches up versus the A7S III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST100 and Sony Alpha A7S III. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung ST100 has outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony A7S III has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST100 versus Sony A7S III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ST100 compared to the A7S III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST100 and A7S III is 95 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST100 and A7S III.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ST100 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Samsung ST100 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older ST100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.