Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST6500

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung CL80 versus Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras and both are manufactured by Samsung. The resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was brought out 12 months earlier than the ST6500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the CL80 scores against the ST6500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL80 has got outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung CL80 versus Samsung ST6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the CL80 and the ST6500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and ST6500.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST6500 to result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older CL80 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.