Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung ST6500

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX400 IS versus Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was manufactured 3 years later than the ST6500 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX400 IS matches up against the ST6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS enjoys external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Canon SX400 IS versus Samsung ST6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX400 IS against the ST6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and ST6500 is 81 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and ST6500.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX400 IS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.