Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710
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Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013

Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the ST30 (10MP) and W710 (16MP) and the ST30 (1/3") and W710 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

The ST30 was revealed 24 months prior to the W710 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ST30 grades against the W710 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST30 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Sony W710
ST30 | W710 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Samsung ST30
W710 | ST30 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 24 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST30 and Sony W710
ST30 | W710 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST30 enjoys outside measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ST30 vs the W710.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ST30 and W710 is 98 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST30 and W710.
As you can tell, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ST30 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony W710 will result in greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older ST30 will be behind in sensor technology.

Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST30 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Samsung ST30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-19 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 87 grams (0.19 pounds) | 114 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" 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 | - | 240 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $55 | $90 |