Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830
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Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as ST5500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Released January 2014
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe CL80 was launched 5 years earlier than the W830 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the CL80 matches up against the W830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Sony W830
CL80 | W830 | |||
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Screen size | 3.7" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Samsung CL80
W830 | CL80 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2010 | More modern by 48 months |
Common features in the Samsung CL80 and Sony W830
CL80 | W830 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung CL80 enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the CL80 versus the W830.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL80 and W830 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and W830.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony W830 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CL80 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Samsung CL80 vs Sony W830 Specifications
Samsung CL80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung CL80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Also Known as | ST5500 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-11A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $400 | $128 |