Kodak M320 vs Samsung ST80

The following is a extended comparison of the Kodak M320 versus Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and ST80 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The M320 was introduced 12 months before the ST80 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the M320 matches up vs the ST80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare M320 & Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are available at Kodak M320 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M320 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M320 compared to the ST80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M320 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M320 and ST80.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M320 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung ST80 will give greater detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged M320 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.