Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350
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Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2010

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ST100 was launched at a similar time to the W350 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ST100 grades vs the W350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST100 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Sony W350
ST100 | W350 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung ST100
W350 | ST100 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Sony W350
ST100 | W350 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST100 features outer 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 W350 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the ST100 vs the W350.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ST100 and W350 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST100 and W350.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Samsung ST100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,152k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $250 | $200 |