Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB150F

Following is a thorough comparison of the Samsung ST100 versus Samsung WB150F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST100 was announced 24 months before the WB150F making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST100 scores versus the WB150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST100 and Samsung WB150F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST100 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST100 versus Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ST100 versus the WB150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST100 and WB150F is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST100 and WB150F.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged ST100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.