Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600
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Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also referred to as ST5500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The CL80 was manufactured around the same time to the ST600 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the CL80 grades versus the ST600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Samsung ST600
CL80 | ST600 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Samsung CL80
ST600 | CL80 | |||
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Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST600
CL80 | ST600 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung CL80 features outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST600 has sizing of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the CL80 against the ST600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and ST600 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and ST600.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos however you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Samsung CL80 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung CL80 | Samsung ST600 |
Alternate name | ST5500 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 150g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | SLB-11A | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $400 | $330 |