Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced February 2012
Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ST150F was revealed 11 months after the TX66 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the ST150F matches up versus the TX66 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony TX66
ST150F | TX66 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Samsung ST150F
TX66 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony TX66
ST150F | TX66 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung ST150F offers external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony TX66 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ST150F compared to the TX66.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST150F and TX66 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST150F and TX66.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to render extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer ST150F will have an edge in sensor innovation.
Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | QVGA TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 114 grams (0.25 pounds) | 109 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 life | - | 250 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $350 |