Olympus 7030 vs Samsung ST80

Following is a comprehensive review of the Olympus 7030 versus Samsung ST80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 7030 was launched about the same time to the ST80 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 7030 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the 7030 grades versus the ST80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 7030 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Olympus 7030 versus Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 7030 and the ST80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7030 and ST80.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.