Samsung ST65 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung ST65 vs Sony NEX-C3, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is fairly close but the ST65 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The ST65 was revealed 7 months prior to the NEX-C3 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ST65 matches up against the NEX-C3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST65 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST65 has external measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ST65 and the NEX-C3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and NEX-C3 is 99 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST65 and NEX-C3.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST65 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony NEX-C3 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older ST65 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.