Samsung ST600 vs Sony W380

Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung ST600 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was launched within a month of the W380 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ST600 grades versus the W380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST600 has got outer dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST600 vs Sony W380 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 have at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ST600 compared to the W380.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ST600 and W380 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST600 and W380.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of files though you need to take the release date of the products into consideration.