Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced February 2012

Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and TX66 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WB150F was launched around the same time to the TX66 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WB150F matches up versus the TX66 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony TX66
WB150F | TX66 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Samsung WB150F
TX66 | WB150F | |||
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Display dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+770k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony TX66
WB150F | TX66 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB150F has exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the WB150F compared to the TX66.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB150F and TX66 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WB150F and TX66.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB150F vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) | 109 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 250 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $230 | $350 |