Samsung ST65 vs Sony W550

Below is a thorough analysis of the Samsung ST65 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was launched 6 months prior to the W550 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ST65 matches up against the W550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST65 enjoys exterior 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) whilst the Sony W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ST65 and the W550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST65 and W550 is 99 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST65 and W550.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to take the release date of the products into consideration.