Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX9
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX9 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX9 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung ST95 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST95 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe ST95 was announced within a month of the WX9 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the ST95 grades versus the WX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX9 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST95 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Sony WX9
ST95 | WX9 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Samsung ST95
WX9 | ST95 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung ST95 and Sony WX9
ST95 | WX9 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | January 2011 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung ST95 has external 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) and the Sony WX9 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung ST95 versus Sony WX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ST95 against the WX9.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST95 and WX9 is 99 and 99 respectively.
Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST95 and WX9.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Samsung ST95 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST95 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-19 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $145 | $188 |