Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Released June 2013
- Replacement is Sony RX1R II
Photography Glossary Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe ST65 was released 3 years before the RX1R and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ST65 grades vs the RX1R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Sony RX1R
| ST65 | RX1R |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Samsung ST65
| RX1R | ST65 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 29 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung ST65 and Sony RX1R
| ST65 | RX1R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST65 comes with exterior 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) and the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Compare the Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ST65 compared to the RX1R.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST65 and RX1R is 99 and 79 respectively.
Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ST65 and RX1R.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST65 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older ST65 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
| Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
| Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-01-19 | 2013-06-26 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Max native ISO | - | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | - | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | () | 35mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/2.0 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | - | 1/4000 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 482 gr (1.06 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 91 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.6 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 2537 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 270 photos |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $130 | $2,798 |