Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung ST65

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX510 HS versus Samsung ST65, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was brought out 2 years later than the ST65 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX510 HS grades against the ST65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS provides external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX510 HS versus Samsung ST65 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX510 HS vs the ST65.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and ST65 is 80 and 99 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and ST65.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung ST65 to offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SX510 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.