Canon 70D vs Samsung ST80

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon 70D and Samsung ST80, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the 70D (APS-C) and ST80 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The 70D was brought out 3 years later than the ST80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 70D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the 70D grades versus the ST80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 70D and Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 70D Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon 70D enjoys outside measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon 70D and Samsung ST80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 70D against the ST80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 70D and ST80 is 59 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 70D and ST80.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 70D due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 70D will offer greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer 70D should have an edge in sensor innovation.