Samsung ST65 vs Sigma fp L

On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung ST65 versus Sigma fp L, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and fp L (61MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The ST65 was introduced 11 years prior to the fp L and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ST65 matches up vs the fp L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 and Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST65 has outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST65 versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ST65 compared to the fp L.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and fp L is 99 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST65 and fp L.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The ST65 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp L will resolve extra detail using its extra 47MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The older ST65 is going to be behind in sensor tech.