Samsung PL210 vs Samsung ST80

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras and both are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the PL210 (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PL210 was released 13 months after the ST80 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the PL210 matches up vs the ST80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung PL210 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst 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).

Analyze the Samsung PL210 and Samsung ST80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the PL210 versus the ST80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the PL210 and ST80 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PL210 and ST80.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern PL210 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.