Samsung ST6500 vs Sony W310

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung ST6500 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ST6500 (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST6500 was unveiled 13 months later than the W310 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ST6500 matches up against the W310 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST6500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST6500 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung ST6500 has got external measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has specifications of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST6500 vs Sony W310 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ST6500 vs the W310.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ST6500 and W310 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST6500 and W310.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung ST6500 to offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern ST6500 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.