Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX20
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX20 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Its time to look more closely at the Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX20, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe ST65 was manufactured 13 months prior to the TX20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ST65 matches up vs the TX20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST65 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Sony TX20
| ST65 | TX20 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Samsung ST65
| TX20 | ST65 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST65 and Sony TX20
| ST65 | TX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST65 has physical measurements 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) and the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ST65 and the TX20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and TX20 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST65 and TX20.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony TX20 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older ST65 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
| Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2011-01-19 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | - | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | - | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| 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 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | 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 |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $130 | $330 |
