Samsung ST700 vs Samsung ST80

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung ST700 versus Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both sold by Samsung. The resolution of the ST700 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST700 was introduced 13 months later than the ST80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the ST700 matches up versus the ST80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST700 & Samsung ST80. The whole galleries are available at Samsung ST700 Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST700 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has sizing of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the ST700 against the ST80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ST700 and ST80 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST700 and ST80.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung ST700 to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern ST700 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.