Samsung CL5 vs Samsung ST90

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung CL5 and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both sold by Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and ST90 (14MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and ST90 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The CL5 was introduced 23 months before the ST90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the CL5 matches up vs the ST90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL5 & Samsung ST90. The whole galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL5 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung CL5 and Samsung ST90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the CL5 against the ST90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CL5 and ST90 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CL5 and ST90.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CL5 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung ST90 will resolve extra detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged CL5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.