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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Samsung SL720 front
 
Samsung ST80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs

Samsung SL720
(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
Samsung ST80
(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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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Overview

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").

Photography Glossary

The 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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Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Samsung ST80

 SL720 ST80 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Samsung SL720

 ST80 SL720 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Samsung ST80

 SL720 ST80 
ReleasedJuly 2009January 2010Similar generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe 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).

Contrast the Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SL720 and ST80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 top view buttons comparison

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.

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 sensor size comparison

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SL720 Portrait photography advice
Samsung ST80 Portrait photography advice
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
29
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung SL720 Street photography info
Samsung ST80 Street photography info
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (168 grams)
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus by touch
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SL720 Sports photography information
Samsung ST80 Sports photography information
17
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SL720 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Travel photography camera
56
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (168 grams)
low resolution (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
62
comes with focus by touch
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SL720 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Landscape photography camera
27
quite wide (28mm)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
39
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung SL720
Vlogging with Samsung ST80
25
quite wide (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (168g)
28
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Samsung SL720 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SL720 and Samsung ST80
 Samsung SL720Samsung 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