Samsung ST150F vs Samsung WB210

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung ST150F and Samsung WB210, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Samsung. The resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST150F was announced 18 months later than the WB210 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the ST150F scores against the WB210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST150F and Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST150F provides outside measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Samsung WB210 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST150F and Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ST150F against the WB210.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and WB210 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ST150F and WB210.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer ST150F will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.