Samsung HZ10W vs Sony S950
90 Imaging
33 Features
27 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Samsung HZ10W vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released May 2009
- Alternate Name is WB500
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2009
Samsung HZ10W vs Sony S950 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Samsung HZ10W and Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the HZ10W (10MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HZ10W was brought out 3 months later than the S950 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HZ10W matches up vs the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung HZ10W vs Sony S950 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ10W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ10W Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Sony S950
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Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Samsung HZ10W
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Common features in the Samsung HZ10W and Sony S950
HZ10W | S950 | |||
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Revealed | May 2009 | February 2009 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung HZ10W vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ10W offers external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung HZ10W and Sony S950 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the HZ10W compared to the S950.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ10W and S950 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Samsung HZ10W vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ10W and S950.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images however you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung HZ10W vs Sony S950 Specifications
Samsung HZ10W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ10W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Also called | WB500 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2432 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 249 gr (0.55 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $130 |