Samsung CL5 vs Samsung ST80

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung CL5 and Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras and both are built by Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and ST80 (14MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and ST80 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The CL5 was revealed 10 months before the ST80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CL5 matches up against the ST80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 and Samsung ST80. The full galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL5 offers external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has proportions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung CL5 and Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the CL5 vs the ST80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The image underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and ST80.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CL5 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung ST80 will result in extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged CL5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.