Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530
99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
21 Overall
30
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ST90 was launched around the same time to the W530 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ST90 scores against the W530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony W530
ST90 | W530 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Samsung ST90
W530 | ST90 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony W530
ST90 | W530 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST90 has exterior dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ST90 vs the W530.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST90 and W530 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and W530.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you should really take the release date of the products into consideration.
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-19 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | - | 113 gr (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $150 | $269 |