Samsung ST80 vs Samsung TL240

Following is a extensive review of the Samsung ST80 and Samsung TL240, both Ultracompact cameras and both are manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the TL240 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was revealed within a month of the TL240 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ST80 grades versus the TL240 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST80 & Samsung TL240. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Samsung TL240 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST80 has external dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung TL240 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ST80 and the TL240.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and TL240 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST80 and TL240.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account.