Samsung ST80 vs Samsung WB700

Let's look more closely at the Samsung ST80 versus Samsung WB700, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Samsung. The image resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was launched 11 months before the WB700 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ST80 matches up versus the WB700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST80 and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 enjoys external dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST80 versus Samsung WB700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ST80 compared to the WB700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and WB700 is 96 and 98 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST80 and WB700.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged ST80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.