Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX55
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX55 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released July 2011
Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX55 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung ST65 versus Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ST65 was manufactured 6 months prior to the TX55 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the ST65 matches up vs the TX55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Sony TX55
ST65 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Samsung ST65
TX55 | ST65 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 460k | Crisper display (+770k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung ST65 and Sony TX55
ST65 | TX55 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST65 features outer 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 TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung ST65 versus Sony TX55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ST65 versus the TX55.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and TX55 is 99 and 97 respectively.
Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST65 and TX55.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX55 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST65 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-01-19 | 2011-07-24 |
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 surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 109 grams (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $130 | $350 |