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Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
30
Overall
34
Samsung CL80 front
 
Samsung ST600 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
40
Overall
38

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs

Samsung CL80
(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
Samsung ST600
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Samsung ST600

 CL80 ST600 
Display sizing3.7"3.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Samsung CL80

 ST600 CL80 
Display resolution1152k230kCrisper display (+922k dot)

Common features in the Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST600

 CL80 ST600 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 size comparison

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

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung CL80
Portrait photography with Samsung ST600
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
30
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung CL80 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST600 as a Street photography camera
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch to focus
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
more heavy than competition (160 grams)
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (150g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung CL80 Sports photography highlights
Samsung ST600 Sports photography highlights
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung CL80 Travel photography info
Samsung ST600 Travel photography info
60
provides touch to focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (160g)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
65
supports focus via touch
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (150g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung CL80 Landscape photography details
Samsung ST600 Landscape photography details
37
very good size screen (3.7")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
44
rather wide (27mm)
very good size screen (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung CL80 Vlogging information
Samsung ST600 Vlogging information
27
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
more heavy than competition (160 grams)
30
rather wide (27mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (150g)
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Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST600
 Samsung CL80Samsung ST600
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