Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550
99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Samsung ST90 and Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the ST90 scores vs the W550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony W550
ST90 | W550 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Samsung ST90
W550 | ST90 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony W550
ST90 | W550 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | July 2011 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST90 enjoys external 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) while the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST90 and Sony W550 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ST90 against the W550.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST90 and W550 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and W550.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony W550 Specifications
Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-19 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 110 gr (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | - |
Launch pricing | $150 | $119 |