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Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
34
Overall
35
Samsung ST100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Samsung ST100
(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
Sony W350
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Sony W350

 ST100 W350 
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution1152k230kCrisper display (+922k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung ST100

 W350 ST100 

Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Sony W350

 ST100 W350 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2010Same age
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 size comparison

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

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W350 as a Portrait photography camera
33
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST100 Street photography highlights
Sony W350 Street photography highlights
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch focus
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
58
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST100 Sports photography highlights
Sony W350 Sports photography highlights
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST100 Travel photography highlights
Sony W350 Travel photography highlights
60
boasts touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (155g)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
66
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST100 Landscape photography details
Sony W350 Landscape photography details
37
big screen (3.5")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
38
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST100 Vlogging factors
Sony W350 Vlogging factors
29
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
29
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic port
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Samsung ST100 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST100 and Sony W350
 Samsung ST100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
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