Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2012
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5N
- Updated by Sony NEX-5T
Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Samsung ST150F and Sony NEX-5R, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is very well matched but the ST150F (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ST150F was launched 5 months after the NEX-5R and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST150F matches up vs the NEX-5R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST150F and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony NEX-5R
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Samsung ST150F
NEX-5R | ST150F | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony NEX-5R
ST150F | NEX-5R | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | August 2012 | Similar generation | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung ST150F provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5R has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
See the Samsung ST150F and Sony NEX-5R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ST150F vs the NEX-5R.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST150F and NEX-5R is 96 and 89 respectively.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ST150F and NEX-5R.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same MP but different sensor sizes. The ST150F includes the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF tougher.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST150F | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | QVGA TFT LCD | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 114g (0.25 lbs) | 276g (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 910 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $300 | $750 |