Samsung ST700 vs Sony TX5

Lets look closer at the Samsung ST700 vs Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the ST700 (16MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the ST700 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor size.

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The ST700 was unveiled 11 months later than the TX5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ST700 grades versus the TX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST700 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST700 offers external measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST700 vs Sony TX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST700 versus the TX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ST700 and TX5 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST700 and TX5.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ST700 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Samsung ST700 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ST700 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.