Samsung ST100 vs Sony WX70

In this write-up, we are matching up the Samsung ST100 versus Sony WX70, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST100 was manufactured 3 years prior to the WX70 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ST100 grades versus the WX70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST100 has got physical 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 WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST100 versus Sony WX70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ST100 versus the WX70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST100 and WX70 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST100 and WX70.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX70 to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged ST100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.