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Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V

Portability
99
Imaging
38
Features
19
Overall
30
Samsung ST95 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
37
Overall
37

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V Key Specs

Samsung ST95
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Sony HX7V
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
  • Launched July 2011
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V Overview

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung ST95 and Sony HX7V, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ST95 was brought out 6 months prior to the HX7V and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the ST95 matches up vs the HX7V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sony HX7V

 ST95 HX7V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Samsung ST95

 HX7V ST95 
Display resolution921k460kSharper display (+461k dot)

Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sony HX7V

 ST95 HX7V 
LaunchedJanuary 2011July 2011Same age
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurements
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST95 enjoys outer 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) whilst the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST95 and Sony HX7V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ST95 and the HX7V.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST95 and HX7V is 99 and 92 respectively.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST95 and HX7V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V sensor size comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung ST95
Portrait photography with Sony HX7V
29
MP count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
29
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST95 Street photography details
Sony HX7V Street photography details
50
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
maximum ISO low (0)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST95 Sports photography highlights
Sony HX7V Sports photography highlights
27
MP count good (16 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST95 as a Travel photography camera
Sony HX7V as a Travel photography camera
71
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
67
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung ST95
Landscape photography with Sony HX7V
37
very good maximum aperture (f)
good sized screen (3")
MP count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
42
decently wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST95 Vlogging advice
Sony HX7V Vlogging advice
27
very good maximum aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
32
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of external mic socket
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony HX7V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST95 and Sony HX7V
 Samsung ST95Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung ST95 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-19 2011-07-19
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-250mm (10.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - XtraFine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 208 gr (0.46 pounds)
Dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 ID - NP-BG1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Price at release $145 $499