Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55
99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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97 Imaging
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced July 2011
Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ST90 was revealed 6 months prior to the TX55 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the ST90 matches up against the TX55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony TX55
ST90 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Samsung ST90
TX55 | ST90 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 460k | Crisper screen (+770k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony TX55
ST90 | TX55 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | July 2011 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST90 offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST90 and the TX55.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and TX55 is 99 and 97 respectively.
Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and TX55.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony TX55 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-19 | 2011-07-24 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | - | 109 gr (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $150 | $350 |