Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX1
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" 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
- Launched February 2009
- Other Name is WB550
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009
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In this article, we are matching up the Samsung HZ15W and Sony WX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ15W (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the HZ15W (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HZ15W was released 5 months before the WX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the HZ15W scores against the WX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ15W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung HZ15W Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Sony WX1
| HZ15W | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Samsung HZ15W
| WX1 | HZ15W |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung HZ15W and Sony WX1
| HZ15W | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2009 |  | August 2009 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ15W enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the HZ15W vs the WX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ15W and WX1 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ15W and WX1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HZ15W due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung HZ15W will provide more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.
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Samsung HZ15W vs Sony WX1 Specifications
| Samsung HZ15W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung HZ15W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
| Alternative name | WB550 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-02-23 | 2009-08-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 160 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.8 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 249 grams (0.55 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $330 | $149 |