Samsung ST600 vs Sony HX350

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung ST600 versus Sony HX350, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ST600 (14MP) and HX350 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was released 8 years prior to the HX350 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ST600 matches up versus the HX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST600 comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony HX350 has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST600 versus Sony HX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ST600 against the HX350.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ST600 and HX350 is 95 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST600 and HX350.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX350 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ST600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.