Samsung ST6500 vs Sony HX9V

The following is a detailed analysis of the Samsung ST6500 versus Sony HX9V, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST6500 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST6500 was announced 6 months before the HX9V which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the ST6500 grades versus the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST6500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST6500 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST6500 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung ST6500 versus Sony HX9V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the ST6500 vs the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ST6500 and HX9V is 99 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST6500 and HX9V.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.