Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560
95 Imaging
36 Features
30 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternate Name is ST5500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe CL80 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the W560 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CL80 scores vs the W560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung CL80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The entire galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Sony W560
CL80 | W560 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Samsung CL80
W560 | CL80 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Samsung CL80 and Sony W560
CL80 | W560 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung CL80 features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the CL80 against the W560.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and W560.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged CL80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Samsung CL80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung CL80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Also called | ST5500 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 lbs) | 110g (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $400 | $139 |