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Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
13
Overall
25
Samsung SL620 front
 
Samsung ST95 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
19
Overall
31

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs

Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Additionally Known as PL65
Samsung ST95
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Released January 2011
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Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SL620 (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SL620 was released 23 months earlier than the ST95 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SL620 grades versus the ST95 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Samsung ST95

 SL620 ST95 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Samsung SL620

 ST95 SL620 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2009Fresher by 23 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung SL620 and Samsung ST95

 SL620 ST95 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL620 has got physical dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung ST95 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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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SL620 against the ST95.

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SL620 and ST95 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL620 and ST95.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung ST95 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The older SL620 will be behind in sensor technology.

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 sensor size comparison

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SL620 Portrait photography info
Samsung ST95 Portrait photography info
26
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
30
good resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung SL620 Street photography details
Samsung ST95 Street photography details
47
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (168 grams)
50
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SL620 Sports photography info
Samsung ST95 Sports photography info
17
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
27
good resolution (16 megapixels)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SL620 Travel photography info
Samsung ST95 Travel photography info
50
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (168g)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
71
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SL620 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST95 as a Landscape photography camera
23
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
38
great max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3")
good resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SL620 Vlogging features
Samsung ST95 Vlogging features
24
includes face detect focus
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (168 grams)
27
great max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
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Samsung SL620 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SL620 and Samsung ST95
 Samsung SL620Samsung ST95
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung SL620 Samsung ST95
Also called as PL65 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-02-17 2011-01-19
Physical type 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 16MP
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 -
Lowest native ISO 80 -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.7 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.60 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) -
Physical 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 feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal -
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $200 $145