FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80
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FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix S1770
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Samsung ST80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1600 was launched within a month of the ST80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S1600 scores versus the ST80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1600 over the Samsung ST80
S1600 | ST80 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the FujiFilm S1600
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1600 and Samsung ST80
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1600 features external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Samsung ST80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S1600 compared to the ST80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1600 and ST80 is 78 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1600 and ST80.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST80 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.

FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1600 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1600 | Samsung ST80 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S1770 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) | 118 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 4 x AA | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $130 | $249 |