Samsung ST6500 vs Sony NEX-3

Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung ST6500 and Sony NEX-3, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST6500 (16MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the ST6500 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The ST6500 was brought out 8 months after the NEX-3 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ST6500 grades against the NEX-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST6500 & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST6500 Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST6500 features external dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has measurements of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST6500 and Sony NEX-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the ST6500 against the NEX-3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST6500 and NEX-3 is 99 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST6500 and NEX-3.

As you can see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ST6500 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung ST6500 will resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher ST6500 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.