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Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350

Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
19
Overall
31
Samsung ST95 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 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
  • Introduced January 2011
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung ST95 versus Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST95 was revealed 13 months later than the W350 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ST95 matches up against the W350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sony W350

 ST95 W350 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2010More recent by 13 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung ST95

 W350 ST95 

Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sony W350

 ST95 W350 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST95 features external measurements 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 W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST95 versus Sony W350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ST95 and the W350.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and W350 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST95 and W350.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung ST95 to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ST95 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST95 Portrait photography details
Sony W350 Portrait photography details
30
good MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST95 as a Street photography camera
Sony W350 as a Street photography camera
50
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low maximum ISO (0)
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung ST95
Sports photography with Sony W350
27
good MP (16MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST95 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W350 as a Travel photography camera
71
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
66
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST95 Landscape photography features
Sony W350 Landscape photography features
38
good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
good MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
37
fairly wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST95 Vlogging details
Sony W350 Vlogging details
27
good max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
29
fairly wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not have selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone port
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST95 and Sony W350
 Samsung ST95Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model Samsung ST95 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-19 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
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 () 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.80 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format - Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 - 117 gr (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $145 $200