Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-3N

On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung ST150F versus Sony NEX-3N, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is fairly close but the ST150F (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The ST150F was introduced at a similar time to the NEX-3N which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the ST150F grades vs the NEX-3N with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST150F & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST150F features outside measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST150F versus Sony NEX-3N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST150F against the NEX-3N.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and NEX-3N is 96 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST150F and NEX-3N.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The ST150F contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult.