Samsung ST600 vs Sony W530

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung ST600 vs Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was revealed 12 months before the W530 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the ST600 scores versus the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST600 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung ST600 has external dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST600 vs Sony W530 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ST600 and the W530.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ST600 and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST600 and W530.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older ST600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.