Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Released June 2013

Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Samsung ST65 and Sony TF1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ST65 was released 3 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ST65 matches up against the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Sony TF1
ST65 | TF1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung ST65
TF1 | ST65 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 29 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST65 and Sony TF1
ST65 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST65 offers physical measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Samsung ST65 and Sony TF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ST65 and the TF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and TF1 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST65 and TF1.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony TF1 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older ST65 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST65 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-19 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 152 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $266 |