Samsung NX300 vs Samsung ST65

The following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung NX300 and Samsung ST65, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the NX300 (20MP) and ST65 (14MP) and the NX300 (APS-C) and ST65 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The NX300 was launched 2 years after the ST65 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the NX300 grades against the ST65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX300 & Samsung ST65. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung NX300 Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX300 provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung ST65 has proportions 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX300 compared to the ST65.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX300 and ST65 is 86 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX300 and ST65.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX300 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX300 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer NX300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.