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Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung ST90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs

Samsung ST90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2011
Sony WX5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Revealed July 2010
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung ST90 and Sony WX5, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was unveiled 7 months after the WX5 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ST90 scores against the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony WX5

 ST90 WX5 
RevealedJanuary 2011July 2010Newer by 7 months
Screen size3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Samsung ST90

 WX5 ST90 
Screen resolution461k460kCrisper screen (+1k dot)

Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony WX5

 ST90 WX5 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST90 offers exterior dimensions 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 WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ST90 against the WX5.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST90 and WX5 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and WX5.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung ST90 to offer you more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent ST90 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST90 Portrait photography advice
Sony WX5 Portrait photography advice
28
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST90 Street photography information
Sony WX5 Street photography information
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST90 Sports photography details
Sony WX5 Sports photography details
26
decent MP (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
34
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST90 Travel photography factors
Sony WX5 Travel photography factors
71
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
58
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
no Timelapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST90 Landscape photography highlights
Sony WX5 Landscape photography highlights
37
great maximum aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3")
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
fairly wide (24mm)
nice screen size (2.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
no manual exposure
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST90 Vlogging info
Sony WX5 Vlogging info
27
great maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
32
fairly wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.4)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external microphone jack
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST90 and Sony WX5
 Samsung ST90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung ST90 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-19 2010-07-08
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 24-120mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.4-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.8"
Display resolution 460k dot 461k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 5.10 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format - AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 146g (0.32 lbs)
Physical dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $150 $250