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Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
35
Samsung ST150F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 Key Specs

Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 Overview

Below, we are comparing the Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST150F was manufactured 3 years after the W330 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ST150F matches up vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony W330

 ST150F W330 
IntroducedJanuary 2013January 2010Newer by 37 months

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung ST150F

 W330 ST150F 

Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony W330

 ST150F W330 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST150F features external 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 W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ST150F and the W330.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST150F and W330.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST150F to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger ST150F will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST150F Portrait photography details
Sony W330 Portrait photography details
34
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST150F Street photography factors
Sony W330 Street photography factors
56
lighter than competitors (114 grams)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung ST150F
Sports photography with Sony W330
36
resolution is good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
26
MP count good (14 megapixels)
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung ST150F
Travel photography with Sony W330
69
lighter than competitors (114 grams)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.5)
65
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST150F Landscape photography info
Sony W330 Landscape photography info
38
fairly wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
decently wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung ST150F
Vlogging with Sony W330
30
fairly wide (25mm)
supports face detect focus
lighter than competitors (114 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
26
decently wide (26mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic jack
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST150F and Sony W330
 Samsung ST150FSony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung ST150F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Category Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Revealed 2013-01-07 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Ultracompact
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 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-125mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.5-6.3 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance - 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology QVGA TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 114 grams (0.25 pounds) 128 grams (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $300 $170