Samsung ST95 vs Sony NEX-5T

Here is a complete analysis of the Samsung ST95 versus Sony NEX-5T, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is pretty close but the ST95 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The ST95 was revealed 3 years earlier than the NEX-5T and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST95 scores against the NEX-5T in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST95 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST95 has got outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ST95 vs the NEX-5T.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ST95 and NEX-5T is 99 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST95 and NEX-5T.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor sizing. The ST95 has the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The older ST95 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.