Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2010
Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Samsung ST95 versus Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the ST95 (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the ST95 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") offer different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ST95 was released 13 months after the TX7 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ST95 scores versus the TX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sony TX7
ST95 | TX7 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Samsung ST95
TX7 | ST95 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sony TX7
ST95 | TX7 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung ST95 comes with physical dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung ST95 versus Sony TX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST95 vs the TX7.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST95 and TX7 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST95 and TX7.
All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ST95 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung ST95 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger ST95 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | - | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $145 | $300 |