Samsung ST65 vs Sony S930

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung ST65 versus Sony S930, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was brought out 2 years later than the S930 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ST65 grades versus the S930 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST65 has got exterior dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST65 versus Sony S930 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ST65 versus the S930.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and S930 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST65 and S930.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST65 to offer more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern ST65 provides an advantage in sensor tech.