Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced February 2013

Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung ST150F versus Sony RX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ST150F (16MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the ST150F (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

The ST150F was introduced at a similar time to the RX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the ST150F grades vs the RX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony RX1
ST150F | RX1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Samsung ST150F
RX1 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony RX1
ST150F | RX1 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST150F offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung ST150F versus Sony RX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ST150F against the RX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and RX1 is 96 and 79 respectively.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST150F and RX1.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ST150F using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony RX1 will render more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST150F vs Sony RX1 Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.0-22.0 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | QVGA TFT LCD | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 114 grams (0.25 lb) | 482 grams (1.06 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 93 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2534 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $2,798 |