Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX20

Its time to take a deeper look at the Samsung WB150F versus Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB150F was released within a month of the TX20 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WB150F matches up vs the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB150F has got outside measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB150F versus Sony TX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WB150F compared to the TX20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB150F and TX20 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB150F and TX20.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX20 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively.