Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80
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Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is ST5500

Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon A10 versus Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A10 was released 6 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A10 scores against the CL80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A10 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Samsung CL80
A10 | CL80 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 74 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Nikon A10
CL80 | A10 | |||
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Screen size | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A10 and Samsung CL80
A10 | CL80 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A10 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A10 versus Samsung CL80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A10 compared to the CL80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A10 and CL80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A10 and CL80.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon A10 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer A10 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A10 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A10 | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A10 | Samsung CL80 |
Also referred to as | - | ST5500 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2016-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.2 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lbs) | 160g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 life | 200 images | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $90 | $400 |