Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7
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![Samsung ST30 front Samsung ST30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST30/Samsung-ST30-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7.jpg)
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33 Features
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Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST30 (10MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is very well matched but the ST30 (1/3") and TX7 (1/2.4") feature different sensor measurements.
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The ST30 was brought out 13 months after the TX7 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ST30 scores versus the TX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST30 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Sony TX7
ST30 | TX7 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Samsung ST30
TX7 | ST30 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST30 and Sony TX7
ST30 | TX7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST30 comes with outside dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ST30 and the TX7.
![Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 size comparison Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-ST30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST30 and TX7 is 98 and 95 respectively.
![Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 top view buttons comparison Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-ST30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ST30 and TX7.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The ST30 offers the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh harder. The newer ST30 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
![Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 sensor size comparison Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Samsung-ST30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Samsung-ST30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Samsung ST30 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Samsung ST30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 87g (0.19 pounds) | 149g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $55 | $300 |