Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65
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Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released July 2014
- Earlier Model is Canon SX510 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX530 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
- Launched January 2011
Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX520 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the ST65 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the ST65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Samsung ST65
SX520 HS | ST65 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | January 2011 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Canon SX520 HS
ST65 | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung ST65
SX520 HS | ST65 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS has got exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has measurements 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 SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX520 HS vs the ST65.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and ST65 is 69 and 99 respectively.
Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and ST65.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX520 HS to give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Samsung ST65 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $219 | $130 |