Samsung ST95 vs Sony W550
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony W550 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Released July 2011
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Its time to look a bit more closely at the Samsung ST95 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe ST95 was introduced 6 months earlier than the W550 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ST95 matches up against the W550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sony W550
| ST95 | W550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Samsung ST95
| W550 | ST95 |
|---|
Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sony W550
| ST95 | W550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | July 2011 | Similar age |
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Samsung ST95 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST95 enjoys exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ST95 versus the W550.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and W550 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST95 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST95 and W550.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST95 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony W550 Specifications
| Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-01-19 | 2011-07-24 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 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 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | - | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| 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 mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
| Mic 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 | - | 110 gr (0.24 lb) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | - |
| Retail cost | $145 | $119 |
