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Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung ST90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 Key Specs

Samsung ST90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2010
Photography Glossary

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was brought out 13 months later than the W330 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ST90 grades against the W330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony W330

 ST90 W330 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 13 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung ST90

 W330 ST90 

Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony W330

 ST90 W330 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST90 comes with external dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST90 versus the W330.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and W330 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and W330.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern ST90 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST90 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W330 Portrait photography highlights
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST90 Street photography info
Sony W330 Street photography info
49
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST90 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W330 as a Sports photography camera
26
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
26
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST90 Travel photography advice
Sony W330 Travel photography advice
71
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
65
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung ST90
Landscape photography with Sony W330
37
very good max aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse function
38
really wide (26mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST90 Vlogging highlights
Sony W330 Vlogging highlights
27
very good max aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone port
26
really wide (26mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
no mic socket
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST90 and Sony W330
 Samsung ST90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Make Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung ST90 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-19 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance - 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 128 gr (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" 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 ID - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $150 $170