Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650
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Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Samsung ST700 versus Sony W650, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ST700 was released 12 months before the W650 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ST700 grades versus the W650 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST700 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Sony W650
ST700 | W650 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Samsung ST700
W650 | ST700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST700 and Sony W650
ST700 | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST700 comes with outer 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 W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST700 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ST700 and the W650.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST700 and W650 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST700 and W650.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older ST700 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST700 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Samsung ST700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 220 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $280 | $140 |