Samsung ST6500 vs Sony W230

Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung ST6500 vs Sony W230, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the ST6500 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST6500 was introduced 24 months later than the W230 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ST6500 matches up versus the W230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST6500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung ST6500 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST6500 has got 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) while the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ST6500 versus the W230.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ST6500 and W230 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ST6500 and W230.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST6500 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ST6500 provides an edge in sensor tech.