Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung ST80

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung ST80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 4 years later than the ST80 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX520 HS grades against the ST80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS comes with outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has proportions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX520 HS and the ST80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and ST80 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and ST80.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX520 HS to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.