• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 125.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.2 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 125.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sony DSC-WX9 advantages over Samsung ST150F

  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen

Samsung ST150F advantages over Sony DSC-WX9

  • Less expensive
    $130 vs $200 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Longer exposure
    8 vs 2 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • 25-125mm zoom range; iSweep Panorama; 3D capture modes; Full HD movie modes; Fast autofocus.

  • Slow operation in certain modes; Poor print quality; Soft corners; Lens is blurry all across the bottom of the frame.

The Competition

Compared to Samsung DV300F

Sony DSC-WX9
Samsung DV300F
  • $175
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Lighter weight
Samsung ST150F
Samsung DV300F
  • $320
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Canon 110 HS

Sony DSC-WX9
Canon 110 HS
  • $175
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoots 24p video
  • Shoots 1080p video
Samsung ST150F
Canon 110 HS
  • $320
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 24p video

Compared to Canon 320 HS

Sony DSC-WX9
Canon 320 HS
  • $175
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $231
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Shoots 24p video
Samsung ST150F
Canon 320 HS
  • $320
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
  • $231
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 24p video

Compared to Samsung MV900F

Sony DSC-WX9
Samsung MV900F
  • $175
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Tiltable Screen
Samsung ST150F
Samsung MV900F
  • $320
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • HDMI out

Compared to Samsung DV150F

Sony DSC-WX9
Samsung DV150F
  • $175
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Samsung ST150F
Samsung DV150F
  • $320
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
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