Samsung ST150F vs Sony W230

Let's look more closely at the Samsung ST150F and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the ST150F (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST150F was unveiled 3 years after the W230 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ST150F grades vs the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST150F features outside 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 W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ST150F against the W230.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST150F and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ST150F and W230.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST150F to deliver extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer ST150F is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.