Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the ST150F (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ST150F was announced 4 years after the W220 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the ST150F grades versus the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony W220
ST150F | W220 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung ST150F
W220 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony W220
ST150F | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST150F provides outside dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ST150F against the W220.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST150F and W220.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST150F to produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher ST150F should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Samsung ST150F vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | QVGA TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 114 gr (0.25 pounds) | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $160 |