Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500
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Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ST600 was unveiled 12 months before the ST6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the ST600 grades vs the ST6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST600 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Samsung ST6500
ST600 | ST6500 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1152k | 460k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Samsung ST600
ST6500 | ST600 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST600 and Samsung ST6500
ST600 | ST6500 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST600 enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ST600 against the ST6500.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ST600 and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ST600 and ST6500.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST6500 to offer greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older ST600 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Samsung ST600 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Samsung ST600 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung ST600 | Samsung ST6500 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-135mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,152k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | SLB07 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $330 | - |