Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 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
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009

Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WB150F was manufactured 3 years later than the W220 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WB150F matches up vs the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony W220
WB150F | W220 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 37 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung WB150F
W220 | WB150F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony W220
WB150F | W220 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in 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") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the WB150F and the W220.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB150F and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB150F and W220.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB150F to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent WB150F provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB150F vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-09 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (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 shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $230 | $160 |