Nikon A100 vs Samsung ST80

Below is a in depth overview of the Nikon A100 versus Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and ST80 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A100 was released 6 years later than the ST80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A100 scores against the ST80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A100 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A100 provides external measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon A100 versus Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A100 vs the ST80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A100 and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A100 and ST80.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon A100 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern A100 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.