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Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690

Portability
99
Imaging
38
Features
22
Overall
31
Samsung ST700 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 Key Specs

Samsung ST700
(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
  • Released January 2011
Sony W690
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
  • Released February 2012
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Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST700 was brought out 13 months before the W690 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST700 grades versus the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Sony W690

 ST700 W690 
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Samsung ST700

 W690 ST700 
ReleasedFebruary 2012January 2011More modern by 13 months

Common features in the Samsung ST700 and Sony W690

 ST700 W690 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST700 comes with physical 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 W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ST700 compared to the W690.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ST700 and W690 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison

Often, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST700 and W690.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos however you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged ST700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST700 Portrait photography information
Sony W690 Portrait photography information
29
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
34
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung ST700
Street photography with Sony W690
50
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST700 Sports photography details
Sony W690 Sports photography details
27
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST700 Travel photography factors
Sony W690 Travel photography factors
71
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
68
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
very long zoom (250mm)
missing Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST700 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W690 as a Landscape photography camera
37
fast max aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3")
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
43
rather wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung ST700
Vlogging with Sony W690
30
fast max aperture (f)
touch screen
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
31
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
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Samsung ST700 vs Sony W690 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST700 and Sony W690
 Samsung ST700Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung ST700 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-01-05 2012-02-28
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 25-250mm (10.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - ClearPhoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.30 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format - MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 142 grams (0.31 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 220 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $280 $297