Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65
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Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Announced March 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released January 2011

Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon SX280 HS versus Samsung ST65, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX280 HS (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX280 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the ST65 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX280 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX280 HS matches up vs the ST65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX280 HS and Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX280 HS Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX280 HS over the Samsung ST65
SX280 HS | ST65 | |||
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Released | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 27 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Canon SX280 HS
ST65 | SX280 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX280 HS and Samsung ST65
SX280 HS | ST65 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX280 HS offers external dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
See the Canon SX280 HS versus Samsung ST65 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX280 HS versus the ST65.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX280 HS and ST65 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX280 HS and ST65.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung ST65 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger SX280 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX280 HS vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX280 HS | Samsung ST65 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-03-21 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233 gr (0.51 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | 210 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $325 | $130 |