Samsung NX5 vs Samsung ST6500
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Samsung NX5 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Revealed June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung NX5 versus Samsung ST6500, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Samsung. The resolution of the NX5 (15MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the NX5 (APS-C) and ST6500 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe NX5 was released 7 months before the ST6500 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the NX5 matches up vs the ST6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX5 & Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Samsung ST6500
NX5 | ST6500 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Samsung NX5
ST6500 | NX5 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | June 2010 | More modern by 7 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX5 and Samsung ST6500
NX5 | ST6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX5 has got external measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung NX5 versus Samsung ST6500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the NX5 vs the ST6500.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and ST6500 is 80 and 99 respectively.
Samsung NX5 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the NX5 and ST6500.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX5 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung ST6500 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged NX5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung NX5 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Samsung NX5 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX5 | Samsung ST6500 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-06-01 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DRIM Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Total lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP1130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $499 | - |