Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2012

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Samsung ST150F and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ST150F was introduced 13 months after the W620 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ST150F grades vs the W620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony W620
ST150F | W620 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Samsung ST150F
W620 | ST150F |
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Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony W620
ST150F | W620 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST150F has got physical 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) while the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Samsung ST150F and Sony W620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the ST150F against the W620.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ST150F and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ST150F and W620.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung ST150F to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher ST150F should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST150F vs Sony W620 Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | QVGA TFT LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 114g (0.25 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 220 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $102 |