Samsung PL120 vs Samsung ST80

Following is a complete review of the Samsung PL120 and Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PL120 was released 13 months after the ST80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the PL120 matches up vs the ST80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL120 & Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung PL120 has outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the PL120 versus the ST80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PL120 and ST80 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PL120 and ST80.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger PL120 should have a benefit in sensor tech.