Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST80

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras and both are sold by Samsung. The resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was launched within a month of the ST80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CL80 scores vs the ST80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 offers outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung CL80 and Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the CL80 and the ST80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and ST80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and ST80.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account.