Nikon P520 vs Samsung ST65

Here is a detailed review of the Nikon P520 vs Samsung ST65, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the P520 (18MP) and ST65 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P520 was revealed 2 years later than the ST65 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the P520 scores against the ST65 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P520 and Samsung ST65. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P520 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P520 offers physical dimensions of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P520 vs Samsung ST65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the P520 compared to the ST65.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P520 and ST65 is 66 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P520 and ST65.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon P520 to offer you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer P520 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.