Samsung ST150F vs Sony a5000

Let's look closer at the Samsung ST150F vs Sony a5000, 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 a5000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the ST150F (1/2.3") and a5000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The ST150F was revealed 12 months prior to the a5000 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ST150F matches up vs the a5000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST150F and Sony Alpha a5000. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST150F has got outside dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST150F vs Sony a5000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ST150F vs the a5000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST150F and a5000 is 96 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST150F and a5000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST150F having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony a5000 will deliver more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ST150F is going to be behind in sensor innovation.