Samsung ST80 vs Samsung WB2200F

The following is a complete comparison of the Samsung ST80 versus Samsung WB2200F, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Samsung. The image resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ST80 was brought out 5 years before the WB2200F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ST80 scores against the WB2200F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST80 & Samsung WB2200F. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Samsung WB2200F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 has outer measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has sizing of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") and a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the ST80 versus the WB2200F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and WB2200F is 96 and 59 respectively.

Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST80 and WB2200F.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung WB2200F to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged ST80 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.