Olympus 8010 vs Samsung ST65

The following is a complete assessment of the Olympus 8010 and Samsung ST65, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was brought out 11 months earlier than the ST65 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 8010 matches up vs the ST65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 8010 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung ST65 has specifications 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).

Check the Olympus 8010 and Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 8010 versus the ST65.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and ST65 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and ST65.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung ST65 to offer more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.