Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950
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Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009

Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung ST700 and Sony S950, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ST700 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ST700 was released 23 months after the S950 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ST700 grades against the S950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST700 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Sony S950
ST700 | S950 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Samsung ST700
S950 | ST700 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Samsung ST700 and Sony S950
ST700 | S950 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung ST700 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST700 and Sony S950 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the ST700 and the S950.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ST700 and S950 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST700 and S950.
Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST700 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher ST700 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST700 vs Sony S950 Specifications
Samsung ST700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $280 | $130 |