Samsung ST100 vs Sony TX100V

Below is a extensive review of the Samsung ST100 and Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST100 was brought out 12 months before the TX100V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST100 grades against the TX100V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST100 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST100 comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ST100 against the TX100V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST100 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST100 and TX100V.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony TX100V to offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older ST100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.