Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX90V

Let's look a bit more closely at the Samsung ST150F versus Sony HX90V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST150F was brought out 3 years earlier than the HX90V which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the ST150F grades vs the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST150F Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST150F has got external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the ST150F compared to the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and HX90V is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ST150F and HX90V.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX90V to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ST150F is going to be behind in sensor innovation.