Nikon S70 vs Samsung ST80

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S70 versus Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S70 was manufactured 5 months before the ST80 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S70 scores against the ST80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Samsung ST80. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S70 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S70 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S70 versus Samsung ST80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S70 against the ST80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S70 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and ST80.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung ST80 to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.