Samsung ST100 vs Sony W620

Lets look much closer at the Samsung ST100 versus Sony W620, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST100 was brought out 24 months prior to the W620 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ST100 matches up against the W620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung ST100 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST100 versus Sony W620 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the ST100 compared to the W620.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ST100 and W620 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ST100 and W620.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older ST100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.