Samsung ST95 vs Sony A290

Let's look more closely at the Samsung ST95 and Sony A290, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the A290 (14MP) is very comparable but the ST95 (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The ST95 was launched 8 months later than the A290 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST95 matches up versus the A290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST95 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST95 features outer measurements 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) whilst the Sony A290 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check out the Samsung ST95 and Sony A290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ST95 against the A290.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST95 and A290 is 99 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST95 and A290.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST95 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung ST95 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher ST95 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.