Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9
95 Imaging
36 Features
40 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
40 Overall
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Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced July 2010

Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Samsung ST600 versus Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The ST600 was manufactured 6 months earlier than the TX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the ST600 grades versus the TX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Sony TX9
ST600 | TX9 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Samsung ST600
TX9 | ST600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Samsung ST600 and Sony TX9
ST600 | TX9 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung ST600 enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Samsung ST600 versus Sony TX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ST600 and the TX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST600 and TX9 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST600 and TX9.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST600 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST600 vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Samsung ST600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST600 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 1,152k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lbs) | 149g (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB07 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $330 | $799 |