Samsung ST95 vs Sony QX100

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung ST95 vs Sony QX100, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the ST95 (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The ST95 was brought out 3 years before the QX100 and that is a fairly big gap 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 QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ST95 grades against the QX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sony QX100 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST95 enjoys exterior 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 QX100 has measurements of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung ST95 vs Sony QX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ST95 compared to the QX100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ST95 and QX100 is 99 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST95 and QX100.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The ST95 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony QX100 will produce more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older ST95 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.