Samsung ST30 vs Sony WX1
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32 Features
18 Overall
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33 Features
18 Overall
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Samsung ST30 vs Sony WX1 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
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
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Here, we are comparing the Samsung ST30 and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST30 (10MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the ST30 (1/3") and WX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ST30 was revealed 18 months after the WX1 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the ST30 matches up against the WX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST30 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Sony WX1
| ST30 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Samsung ST30
| WX1 | ST30 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung ST30 and Sony WX1
| ST30 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Samsung ST30 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST30 comes with exterior measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung ST30 and Sony WX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ST30 against the WX1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ST30 and WX1 is 98 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST30 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ST30 and WX1.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The ST30 has got the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF trickier. The more recent ST30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung ST30 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
| Samsung ST30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung ST30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2011-01-19 | 2009-08-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | - | 160 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 87g (0.19 lbs) | 149g (0.33 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 | ||
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $55 | $149 |