Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX500

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung ST90 and Sony WX500, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the ST90 (14MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was released 5 years prior to the WX500 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ST90 grades versus the WX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST90 has got physical 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) while the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST90 and Sony WX500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST90 against the WX500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST90 and WX500 is 99 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ST90 and WX500.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX500 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged ST90 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.