Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX350

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung ST95 versus Sony WX350, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST95 was announced 4 years earlier than the WX350 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST95 grades against the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung ST95 offers outside measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung ST95 versus Sony WX350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ST95 versus the WX350.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST95 and WX350 is 99 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST95 and WX350.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX350 to show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older ST95 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.