Samsung ST600 vs Sony W320

On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung ST600 and Sony W320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the W320 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was revealed at a similar time to the W320 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the ST600 scores versus the W320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST600 comes with external 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) while the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Samsung ST600 and Sony W320 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ST600 vs the W320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST600 and W320 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ST600 and W320.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration.