Samsung ST6500 vs Sony T900
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Samsung ST6500 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Introduced February 2009
Samsung ST6500 vs Sony T900 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung ST6500 versus Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ST6500 (16MP) and T900 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe ST6500 was brought out 24 months later than the T900 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ST6500 matches up against the T900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung ST6500 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST6500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST6500 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Sony T900
ST6500 | T900 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | February 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung ST6500
T900 | ST6500 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung ST6500 and Sony T900
ST6500 | T900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Samsung ST6500 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST6500 enjoys physical dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Samsung ST6500 versus Sony T900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ST6500 and the T900.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST6500 and T900 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST6500 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ST6500 and T900.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung ST6500 to produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher ST6500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung ST6500 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Samsung ST6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | - | $300 |