Samsung NX10 vs Samsung ST65

Following is a complete review of the Samsung NX10 vs Samsung ST65, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the NX10 (15MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is pretty similar but the NX10 (APS-C) and ST65 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The NX10 was revealed 9 months prior to the ST65 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the NX10 matches up versus the ST65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX10 & Samsung ST65. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX10 Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX10 enjoys physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Samsung ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX10 and the ST65.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX10 and ST65 is 80 and 99 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX10 and ST65.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX10 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung NX10 will offer more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged NX10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.