Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Launched July 2011

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WB150F was launched 6 months after the HX9V so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WB150F matches up versus the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony HX9V
WB150F | HX9V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Samsung WB150F
HX9V | WB150F | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony HX9V
WB150F | HX9V | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB150F enjoys outer measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the WB150F compared to the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WB150F and HX9V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB150F and HX9V.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX9V to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | SLB-10A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $230 | $328 |