Samsung ST65 vs Sony RX1R II

Following is a extended review of the Samsung ST65 versus Sony RX1R II, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ST65 was introduced 5 years earlier than the RX1R II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ST65 scores against the RX1R II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST65 has got external dimensions 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) while the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST65 versus Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ST65 and the RX1R II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ST65 and RX1R II is 99 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST65 and RX1R II.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ST65 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX1R II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 28 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST65 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.