Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX200V

The following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung ST600 and Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ST600 (14MP) and TX200V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TX200V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ST600 matches up against the TX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST600 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST600 enjoys physical 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) whilst the Sony TX200V has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ST600 vs the TX200V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST600 and TX200V is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST600 and TX200V.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony TX200V to render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.