Samsung ST65 vs Sony W560

Below, we are evaluating the Samsung ST65 vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST65 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST65 was announced within a month of the W560 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ST65 scores vs the W560 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST65 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung ST65 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST65 provides external dimensions 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) while the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST65 vs Sony W560 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ST65 versus the W560.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and W560 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST65 and W560.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.