Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80
71 Imaging
46 Features
50 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
30 Overall
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Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 515g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
- Launched August 2009
(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
- Alternate Name is ST5500

Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Olympus E-600 versus Samsung CL80, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is very close but the E-600 (Four Thirds) and CL80 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

The E-600 was launched 4 months before the CL80 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E-600 scores versus the CL80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-600 and Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-600 over the Samsung CL80
E-600 | CL80 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Olympus E-600
CL80 | E-600 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+1") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-600 and Samsung CL80
E-600 | CL80 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-600 enjoys physical dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) while the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-600 versus Samsung CL80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-600 and the CL80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-600 and CL80 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-600 and CL80.
Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-600 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Samsung CL80 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively.

Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-600 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Olympus E-600 | Samsung CL80 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus E-600 | Samsung CL80 |
Also called as | - | ST5500 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-30 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4334 x 3256 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 45 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | HyperCrystal LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.48x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 515 gr (1.14 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 541 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLS-1 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $400 |