Samsung ST90 vs Sony W620

On this page, we are looking at the Samsung ST90 vs Sony W620, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was announced 11 months earlier than the W620 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ST90 scores vs the W620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST90 comes with outer measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST90 vs Sony W620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the ST90 against the W620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ST90 and W620 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The graphic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ST90 and W620.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older ST90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.