Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150
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Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012

Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 Overview
The following is a thorough review of the Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ST150F was introduced 11 months after the WX150 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ST150F grades versus the WX150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Sony WX150
ST150F | WX150 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Samsung ST150F
WX150 | ST150F | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung ST150F and Sony WX150
ST150F | WX150 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST150F has got outer 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) whilst the Sony WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ST150F compared to the WX150.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and WX150 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST150F and WX150.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony WX150 to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger ST150F is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST150F vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | QVGA TFT LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (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 support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 114 grams (0.25 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 240 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $300 |