Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Samsung ST6500 has external dimensions of 102 x 57 x 19 mm (4.02 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs (including batteries). Fujifilm XP130 has external dimensions of 110 x 71 x 28 mm (4.33 x 2.8 x 1.1″) and weighs 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130. Samsung ST6500 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 14mm shorter and 9mm thinner than Fujifilm XP130.
Comparison image of Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130.
Comparison image of Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130.
Top View Comparison image of Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung ST6500 is 207g lighter than the Fujifilm XP130 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weight Comparison
Waterproof Cameras
Thickness Comparison
Waterproof Cameras
Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
Both Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 have 1/2.3" sized 16.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.
Below you can see the ST6500 and XP130 sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 Cameras
Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 have almost the same sensor size so none of them has any significant advantage over other in providing control over depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.
Samsung ST6500 features a 26-130 mm 5× zoom lens whereas Fujifilm XP130 features a 28-140 mm F3.9-4.9 5x zoom lens.
Samsung ST6500 has 2mm wider coverage than the Fujifilm XP130. At f, it is also faster at widest end.
On the tele end, Fujifilm XP130 has 10mm longer telezoom reach than the Samsung ST6500. However, with a max aperture of f, Samsung ST6500 is faster at widest end.
Wide Coverage
Compact Cameras
Max Aperture at Tele
Compact Cameras
Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV
Max Aperture at Wide
Compact Cameras
In this section, we rank and compare Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.
Samsung ST6500 for Portrait Photography
Fujifilm XP130 for Portrait Photography
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No Image Stabilization
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Read the details
Samsung ST6500 for Street Photography
Fujifilm XP130 for Street Photography
Small Body
Live-view
Fast Lens at Wide: f
26 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No Image Stabilization
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
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Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
Slow Lens at Wide: f3.90
Read the details
Samsung ST6500 for Sports Photography
Fujifilm XP130 for Sports Photography
Fast Lens at Tele: f
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
130 mm Tele Lens
No Image Stabilization
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Unknown Focus Points
Read the details
Image Stabilization
Manual Focus Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 10.0fps
Environmental Sealings
Wireless Connection
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
140 mm Tele Lens
No RAW shooting capability
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Exposure Mode
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Focus Points
Poor Battery Life: 240 shots
Read the details
Samsung ST6500 for Daily Photography
Fujifilm XP130 for Daily Photography
Compact Body
Body Thickness 19mm
5.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
Read the details
Compact Body
207g
Environmental Sealings
5.0X Optical Zoom
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
Read the details
Samsung ST6500 for Landscape Photography
Fujifilm XP130 for Landscape Photography
26 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
No Manual Exposure Mode
No Environmental Sealings
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Manual Focus Mode
Environmental Sealings
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Exposure Mode
Read the details
You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130, below you can find their scores in five different aspects.
Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.
Here is a summary of how Samsung ST6500 and Fujifilm XP130 scores compare:
Samsung ST6500
Ranked
#136 out of 155 in Ultracompact cameras
Ranked
#1174 out of 1221 in all Cameras
Fujifilm XP130
Ranked
#1 out of 155 in Ultracompact cameras
Ranked
#436 out of 1221 in all Cameras
Fujifilm XP130 has a higher Overall Score than the Samsung ST6500 and would be our choice if we have to decide between these two cameras.
General |
Samsung ST6500 |
Fujifilm FinePix XP130 |
Brand |
Samsung |
Fujifilm |
Announced |
2011-01-19 |
2018-01-24 |
Body Type |
Ultracompact |
Ultracompact |
Sensor |
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Type |
CCD |
BSI-CMOS |
Size |
1/2.3" |
1/2.3" |
Dimensions |
6.08 x 4.56 mm |
6.17 x 4.55 mm |
Area |
27.72mm2 |
28.07mm2 |
Megapixels |
16 megapixels |
16 megapixels |
Max Resolution |
4608 x 3456 |
4608 x 3456 |
Max Native Light sensitivity |
3,200 ISO |
3,200 ISO |
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity |
- |
6400 ISO |
Min Native Light sensitivity |
80 ISO |
100 ISO |
RAW Support |
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Autofocus |
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AF Touch |
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AF Continuous |
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AF Single |
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AF Tracking |
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AF Selective |
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AF Center |
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AF Multi Area |
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AF Live View |
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AF Face Detection |
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AF Contrast Detection |
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AF Phase Detection |
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Number of Focus Points |
n/a |
n/a |
Lens |
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Manual Focus |
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Lens Mount |
fixed lens |
fixed lens |
Lens Focal Range |
26-130 mm (5×) |
28-140 mm (5x) |
Max Aperture |
no lens |
F3.9-4.9 |
Macro Focus Range |
n/a |
9cm |
Screen |
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Type |
Fixed type |
Fixed type |
Size |
3" |
3" |
Resolution |
460k dots |
920k dots |
Touch Screen |
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Viewfinder |
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Viewfinder |
None |
None |
Photography Features |
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Max Mechanical Shutter |
1/2000s |
1/2000s |
Shutter Priority |
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Aperture Priority |
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Manual Exposure Mode |
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Custom White Balance |
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Image Stabilization |
No |
Sensor-shift |
Built-in Flash |
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Flash Range |
n/a |
4.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
External Flash |
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Continuous Shooting |
n/a |
10.0 fps |
Multi-Segment |
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Average |
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Spot |
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Partial |
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AF-Area |
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Center Weighted |
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AE Bracketing |
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WB Bracketing |
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Video Features |
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Max Video Resolution |
1280 x 720 |
1920 x 1080 |
Video Formats |
n/a |
H.264 |
Microphone Port |
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Headphone Port |
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Connectivity |
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Wireless Connectivity |
None |
Built-In |
HDMI |
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Physical |
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Environmental Sealing |
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Weight |
n/a |
207g |
Dimensions |
102 x 57 x 19mm |
110 x 71 x 28mm |
Battery Life |
n/a |
240 shots |
Other Features |
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Timelapse Recording |
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GPS |
None |
None |
DxO Sensor Scores |
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Report a correction |
Report a correction |