Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Samsung ST90 versus Sony W710, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ST90 was introduced 24 months before the W710 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the ST90 grades against the W710 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony W710
ST90 | W710 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Samsung ST90
W710 | ST90 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 24 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony W710
ST90 | W710 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST90 features outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST90 versus Sony W710 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the ST90 versus the W710.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ST90 and W710 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and W710.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony W710 to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older ST90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST90 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-19 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 114 grams (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
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 |
Cost at release | $150 | $90 |