Olympus 5010 vs Samsung ST80

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus 5010 and Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was introduced within a month of the ST80 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 5010 scores against the ST80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 5010 has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung ST80 has sizing of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 5010 compared to the ST80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5010 and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5010 and ST80.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should really take the age of the products into consideration.