Samsung ST6500 vs Sony WX350
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Samsung ST6500 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Announced February 2014
- Previous Model is Sony WX300
- Refreshed by Sony WX500
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Here, we are reviewing the Samsung ST6500 versus Sony WX350, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST6500 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ST6500 was launched 4 years earlier than the WX350 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ST6500 scores versus the WX350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST6500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST6500 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Sony WX350
| ST6500 | WX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Samsung ST6500
| WX350 | ST6500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2014 |  | January 2011 | Newer by 37 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST6500 and Sony WX350
| ST6500 | WX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display size |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung ST6500 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST6500 offers physical measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ST6500 versus the WX350.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST6500 and WX350 is 99 and 94 respectively.
Samsung ST6500 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST6500 and WX350.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX350 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged ST6500 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung ST6500 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
| Samsung ST6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung ST6500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-01-19 | 2014-02-13 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | - | AVCHD |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| 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 life | - | 470 images |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | - | $270 |
