Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310
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Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ST100 matches up vs the W310 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Sony W310
ST100 | W310 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Samsung ST100
W310 | ST100 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Sony W310
ST100 | W310 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung ST100 has outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W310 has specifications of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ST100 versus the W310.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST100 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST100 and W310.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST100 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively.
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Samsung ST100 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Samsung ST100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,152k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) | 137 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $250 | $150 |