Canon 60D vs Samsung ST80

Its time to look closer at the Canon 60D and Samsung ST80, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the 60D (18MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the 60D (APS-C) and ST80 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The 60D was revealed 11 months after the ST80 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 60D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the 60D grades versus the ST80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 60D and Samsung ST80. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 60D Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 60D enjoys outer dimensions of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon 60D and Samsung ST80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 60D versus the ST80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 60D and ST80 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 60D and ST80.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 60D with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 60D will offer greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger 60D will have a benefit in sensor tech.