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Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Announced July 2011
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX9V Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX9V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe ST150F was revealed 18 months later than the HX9V making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ST150F matches up against the HX9V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX9V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony HX9V
ST150F | HX9V | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | July 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Samsung ST150F
HX9V | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX9V
ST150F | HX9V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST150F offers external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ST150F and the HX9V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST150F and HX9V is 96 and 91 respectively.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST150F and HX9V.
As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern ST150F is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | QVGA TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 114 gr (0.25 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $300 | $328 |