Samsung ST65 vs Sony H300

Here is a in depth assessment of the Samsung ST65 and Sony H300, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and H300 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was brought out 4 years before the H300 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the ST65 grades vs the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST65 features outer 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) while the Sony H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST65 and Sony H300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ST65 compared to the H300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and H300 is 99 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ST65 and H300.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony H300 to offer more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The older ST65 is going to be behind in sensor tech.