Samsung ST95 vs Sony A580

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Samsung ST95 versus Sony A580, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the ST95 (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The ST95 was introduced 4 months prior to the A580 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the ST95 grades vs the A580 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST95 features outer measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A580 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST95 versus Sony A580 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ST95 versus the A580.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST95 and A580 is 99 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ST95 and A580.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The ST95 contains the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF tougher.