Samsung ST600 vs Sony W220

Its time to take a closer look at the Samsung ST600 and Sony W220, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was brought out 13 months later than the W220 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ST600 matches up against the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST600 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST600 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST600 features external dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ST600 against the W220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST600 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST600 and W220.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung ST600 to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent ST600 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.