Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80
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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Launched June 2010
- Earlier Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was brought out 6 months after the ST80 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the ST80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Samsung ST80
SX210 IS | ST80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Canon SX210 IS
ST80 | SX210 IS | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung ST80
SX210 IS | ST80 | |||
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Introduced | June 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX210 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX210 IS and the ST80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and ST80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and ST80.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account.

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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung ST80 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 grams (0.49 lbs) | 118 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-5L | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $226 | $249 |