Samsung ST90 vs Sony WX70

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung ST90 and Sony WX70, 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 WX70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was introduced 12 months earlier than the WX70 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ST90 scores against the WX70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST90 has got 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 WX70 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Samsung ST90 and Sony WX70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ST90 compared to the WX70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and WX70 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST90 and WX70.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX70 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ST90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.