Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980 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
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung WB150F versus Sony S980, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WB150F was introduced 2 years after the S980 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WB150F matches up vs the S980 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony S980
WB150F | S980 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Samsung WB150F
S980 | WB150F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony S980
WB150F | S980 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB150F has got outer dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB150F versus Sony S980 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WB150F and the S980.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WB150F and S980 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB150F and S980.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB150F to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer WB150F should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony S980 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $230 | $300 |