Samsung ST90 vs Sony W370

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung ST90 and Sony W370, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was launched 13 months after the W370 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ST90 matches up against the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST90 features outer measurements 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 W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ST90 compared to the W370.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST90 and W370 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ST90 and W370.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger ST90 provides an advantage in sensor technology.