Canon SX60 HS vs Samsung ST65

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX60 HS versus Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was manufactured 3 years after the ST65 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX60 HS scores versus the ST65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Samsung ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX60 HS versus Samsung ST65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX60 HS versus the ST65.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and ST65 is 61 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and ST65.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX60 HS to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern SX60 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.