Samsung ST65 vs Sony NEX-F3

Below, we are evaluating the Samsung ST65 vs Sony NEX-F3, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the ST65 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The ST65 was revealed 19 months prior to the NEX-F3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ST65 scores versus the NEX-F3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST65 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST65 features external measurements 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 Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST65 vs Sony NEX-F3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the ST65 versus the NEX-F3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and NEX-F3 is 99 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST65 and NEX-F3.

Plainly, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ST65 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony NEX-F3 will give more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged ST65 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.