Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500
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![Canon PowerShot SD780 IS front Canon PowerShot SD780 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD780-IS.jpg)
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2009
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SD780 IS (12MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SD780 IS was released 23 months before the ST6500 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD780 IS grades versus the ST6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS & Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD780 IS Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Samsung ST6500
SD780 IS | ST6500 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Canon SD780 IS
ST6500 | SD780 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Samsung ST6500
SD780 IS | ST6500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD780 IS features external dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SD780 IS vs the ST6500.
![Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD780-IS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD780 IS and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD780-IS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD780 IS and ST6500.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung ST6500 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SD780 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD780-IS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD780-IS-vs-Samsung-ST6500-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Samsung ST6500 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-100mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | - |