Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX100V

Lets look a little more closely at the Samsung ST600 versus Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was announced 12 months earlier than the TX100V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ST600 matches up vs the TX100V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST600 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST600 provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the ST600 vs the TX100V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST600 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST600 and TX100V.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony TX100V to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older ST600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.