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Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
40
Overall
38
Samsung ST600 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 Key Specs

Samsung ST600
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost 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
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 Overview

In this article, we are looking at the Samsung ST600 versus Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was released at a similar time to the W350 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ST600 grades vs the W350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Sony W350

 ST600 W350 
Display sizing3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution1152k230kSharper display (+922k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung ST600

 W350 ST600 

Common features in the Samsung ST600 and Sony W350

 ST600 W350 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2010Same generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung ST600 offers external dimensions 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 W350 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST600 versus Sony W350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ST600 vs the W350.

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST600 and W350 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ST600 and W350.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST600 Portrait photography advice
Sony W350 Portrait photography advice
30
good MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST600 Street photography highlights
Sony W350 Street photography highlights
60
image stabilization (Optical)
features focus via touch
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than average (150 grams)
58
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST600 Sports photography features
Sony W350 Sports photography features
43
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST600 Travel photography factors
Sony W350 Travel photography factors
65
features focus via touch
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (27mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (150 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
66
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung ST600
Landscape photography with Sony W350
44
decently wide (27mm)
screen larger than average (3.5 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
38
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST600 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W350 as a Vlogging camera
30
decently wide (27mm)
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
heavier than average (150 grams)
29
rather wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic port
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Samsung ST600 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST600 and Sony W350
 Samsung ST600Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung ST600 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-01-06 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 4800 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-135mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.5 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing range 5cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.5" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 1,152k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 3.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150 grams (0.33 pounds) 117 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID SLB07 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $330 $200