Samsung ST65 vs Sony A580

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung ST65 versus Sony A580, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the A580 (16MP) is relatively similar but the ST65 (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The ST65 was manufactured 4 months before the A580 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ST65 grades versus the A580 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Sony A580 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung ST65 comes with outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A580 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST65 versus Sony A580 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ST65 versus the A580.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and A580 is 99 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST65 and A580.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ST65 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A580 will offer you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively.