Samsung ST65 vs Sony WX1

On this page, we will be evaluating the Samsung ST65 and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor measurements.

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The ST65 was introduced 18 months later than the WX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ST65 scores vs the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST65 features outer measurements 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 WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST65 and Sony WX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the ST65 versus the WX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and WX1 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST65 and WX1.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ST65 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung ST65 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher ST65 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.