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Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Samsung SL620 front
 
Samsung ST65 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs

Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Alternative Name is PL65
Samsung ST65
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 Overview

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung SL620 and Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Samsung. The resolution of the SL620 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SL620 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the ST65 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SL620 scores against the ST65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Samsung ST65

 SL620 ST65 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Samsung SL620

 ST65 SL620 
LaunchedJanuary 2011February 2009Newer by 23 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung SL620 and Samsung ST65

 SL620 ST65 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL620 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SL620 against the ST65.

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SL620 and ST65 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL620 and ST65.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST65 to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SL620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 sensor size comparison

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SL620 Portrait photography factors
Samsung ST65 Portrait photography factors
26
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
28
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Samsung SL620 Street photography info
Samsung ST65 Street photography info
47
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competition (168 grams)
49
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung SL620
Sports photography with Samsung ST65
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
26
decent MP (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SL620 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Travel photography camera
50
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (168g)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SL620 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST65 as a Landscape photography camera
23
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
37
good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3")
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SL620 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST65 as a Vlogging camera
24
has face detect focus
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competition (168 grams)
27
good maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone jack
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Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SL620 and Samsung ST65
 Samsung SL620Samsung ST65
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung SL620 Samsung ST65
Also Known as PL65 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-02-17 2011-01-19
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 -
Minimum native ISO 80 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.7 -
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.60 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) -
Dimensions 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $200 $130