Samsung ST100 vs Sony HX300

Below is a thorough comparison of the Samsung ST100 versus Sony HX300, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the ST100 (14MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST100 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the HX300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ST100 scores versus the HX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST100 has exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has sizing of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST100 versus Sony HX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ST100 and the HX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST100 and HX300 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The visual here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ST100 and HX300.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX300 to provide greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older ST100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.