Samsung ST90 vs Samsung WB2200F

Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung ST90 versus Samsung WB2200F, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was revealed 4 years prior to the WB2200F which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ST90 grades vs the WB2200F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST90 and Samsung WB2200F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST90 offers exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung WB2200F has specifications of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") along with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

Check out the Samsung ST90 versus Samsung WB2200F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ST90 compared to the WB2200F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and WB2200F is 99 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST90 and WB2200F.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB2200F to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ST90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.