Nikon S7000 vs Samsung ST80
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Nikon S7000 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 165g - 99 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched February 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010

Nikon S7000 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S7000 versus Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S7000 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S7000 was introduced 5 years later than the ST80 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the S7000 matches up vs the ST80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S7000 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S7000 and Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S7000 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S7000 over the Samsung ST80
S7000 | ST80 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 63 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Nikon S7000
ST80 | S7000 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S7000 and Samsung ST80
S7000 | ST80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S7000 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S7000 features outer measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S7000 versus Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S7000 and the ST80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S7000 and ST80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S7000 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S7000 and ST80.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S7000 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern S7000 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon S7000 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S7000 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S7000 | Samsung ST80 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.2fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 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 exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 pounds) | 118g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 180 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $280 | $249 |