Samsung ST65 vs Sony HX200V

Here is a thorough comparison of the Samsung ST65 versus Sony HX200V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and HX200V (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was launched 15 months prior to the HX200V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ST65 grades versus the HX200V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST65 enjoys exterior measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST65 versus the HX200V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and HX200V is 99 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST65 and HX200V.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX200V to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older ST65 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.