Nikon D6 vs Samsung ST80
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Nikon D6 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Released February 2020
- Replaced the Nikon D5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010

Nikon D6 vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon D6 versus Samsung ST80, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and ST80 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

The D6 was revealed 10 years later than the ST80 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D6 grades vs the ST80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon D6 vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D6 and Samsung ST80. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D6 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Samsung ST80
D6 | ST80 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 123 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+2129k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Nikon D6
ST80 | D6 |
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Common features in the Nikon D6 and Samsung ST80
D6 | ST80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon D6 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon D6 features external dimensions of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") having a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D6 versus Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D6 versus the ST80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D6 and ST80 is 50 and 96 respectively.

Nikon D6 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D6 and ST80.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D6 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon D6 will render more detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer D6 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Nikon D6 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Nikon D6 | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon D6 | Samsung ST80 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Ultracompact |
Released | 2020-02-11 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 4800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3280000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 105 | - |
Cross focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,359k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 900 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1270 gr (2.80 lbs) | 118 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 3580 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at launch | $6,496 | $249 |