Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10
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Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Announced January 2011

Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Samsung ST100 and Sony WX10, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ST100 was revealed 12 months before the WX10 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ST100 grades versus the WX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST100 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Sony WX10
ST100 | WX10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Samsung ST100
WX10 | ST100 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Samsung ST100 and Sony WX10
ST100 | WX10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST100 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Samsung ST100 and Sony WX10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the ST100 and the WX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST100 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST100 and WX10.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX10 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older ST100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Samsung ST100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.8" |
Resolution of display | 1,152k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 161g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $250 | $200 |