Samsung ST30 vs Sony W320

Here is a in depth assessment of the Samsung ST30 versus Sony W320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the ST30 (10MP) and W320 (14MP) and the ST30 (1/3") and W320 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The ST30 was brought out 13 months later than the W320 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the ST30 matches up against the W320 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST30 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST30 enjoys physical dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs) and the Sony W320 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST30 versus Sony W320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the ST30 and the W320.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ST30 and W320 is 98 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST30 and W320.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST30 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony W320 will resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger ST30 will have an edge in sensor technology.