Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released July 2009
- Also Known as PL70
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
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Below, we are evaluating the Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SL720 was launched 5 months before the ST80 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SL720 grades vs the ST80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 and Samsung ST80. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Samsung ST80
| SL720 | ST80 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Samsung SL720
| ST80 | SL720 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Samsung ST80
| SL720 | ST80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2009 |  | January 2010 | Similar generation |
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL720 offers external dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung ST80 has proportions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SL720 and the ST80.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SL720 and ST80 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and ST80.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST80 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
| Samsung SL720 | Samsung ST80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model type | Samsung SL720 | Samsung ST80 |
| Also referred to as | PL70 | - |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2009-07-14 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.60 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) | 118 gr (0.26 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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-10A | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $119 | $249 |