Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ST150F was brought out 18 months after the HX7V which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the ST150F matches up vs the HX7V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST150F Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony HX7V
ST150F | HX7V | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Samsung ST150F
HX7V | ST150F | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX7V
ST150F | HX7V | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST150F has got external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX7V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ST150F vs the HX7V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST150F and HX7V is 96 and 92 respectively.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ST150F and HX7V.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The newer ST150F should have an advantage in sensor technology.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX7V Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | QVGA TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 114 grams (0.25 lb) | 208 grams (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $499 |