Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560
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Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 599g - 137 x 104 x 84mm
- Announced August 2010
- Old Model is Sony A500
Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560 Overview
Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the A560 (14MP) is relatively close but the ST100 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ST100 was unveiled 7 months prior to the A560 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ST100 scores against the A560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Sony A560
ST100 | A560 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 922k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A560 over the Samsung ST100
A560 | ST100 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | January 2010 | More modern by 7 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Sony A560
ST100 | A560 | |||
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Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST100 offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony A560 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ST100 compared to the A560.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ST100 and A560 is 95 and 64 respectively.
Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST100 and A560.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The ST100 has the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged ST100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung ST100 vs Sony A560 Specifications
Samsung ST100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-08-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,152 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 599g (1.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 137 x 104 x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 817 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 1050 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
Launch price | $250 | $650 |