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Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung ST65 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 Key Specs

Samsung ST65
(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
  • Released January 2011
Sony W530
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 Overview

The following is a extended overview of the Samsung ST65 versus Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was announced at a similar time to the W530 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST65 matches up against the W530 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Sony W530

 ST65 W530 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Samsung ST65

 W530 ST65 

Common features in the Samsung ST65 and Sony W530

 ST65 W530 
ReleasedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar age
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST65 features physical dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Samsung ST65 versus Sony W530 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ST65 vs the W530.

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and W530 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST65 and W530.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of files but you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST65 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W530 as a Portrait photography camera
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST65 Street photography details
Sony W530 Street photography details
49
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST65 Sports photography highlights
Sony W530 Sports photography highlights
26
resolution is good (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
26
decent MP (14MP)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung ST65
Travel photography with Sony W530
71
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
65
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST65 Landscape photography info
Sony W530 Landscape photography info
37
good maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3")
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
33
rather wide (26mm)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung ST65
Vlogging with Sony W530
27
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
26
rather wide (26mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone support
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Samsung ST65 vs Sony W530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST65 and Sony W530
 Samsung ST65Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
General Information
Make Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung ST65 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-19 2011-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-104mm (4.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 113 grams (0.25 lb)
Physical dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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 ID - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $130 $269