Samsung ST30 vs Sony W810

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung ST30 vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the ST30 (10MP) and W810 (20MP) and the ST30 (1/3") and W810 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The ST30 was revealed 4 years prior to the W810 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ST30 grades vs the W810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST30 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST30 comes with exterior dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs) and the Sony W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung ST30 vs Sony W810 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 choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST30 vs the W810.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ST30 and W810 is 98 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST30 and W810.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ST30 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony W810 will give greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged ST30 is going to be behind in sensor technology.