Olympus XZ-10 vs Samsung ST65

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus XZ-10 versus Samsung ST65, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was introduced 2 years later than the ST65 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the XZ-10 scores against the ST65 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Samsung ST65. The whole galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus XZ-10 has got outside dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the XZ-10 compared to the ST65.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and ST65 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-10 and ST65.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST65 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent XZ-10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.