Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 181g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push 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
- Additionally referred to as ST5500

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon S6900 versus Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S6900 (16MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S6900 was announced 5 years after the CL80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S6900 scores vs the CL80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6900 and Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6900 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Samsung CL80
S6900 | CL80 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 63 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Nikon S6900
CL80 | S6900 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimension | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6900 and Samsung CL80
S6900 | CL80 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus |
Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6900 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Nikon S6900 versus Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S6900 compared to the CL80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S6900 and CL80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6900 and CL80.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6900 to provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent S6900 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon S6900 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Samsung CL80 |
Also called as | - | ST5500 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 181 gr (0.40 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $190 | $400 |