Samsung ST80 vs Samsung WB750

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung ST80 vs Samsung WB750, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Samsung. The resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was launched 20 months before the WB750 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the ST80 matches up against the WB750 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST80 and Samsung WB750. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST80 provides physical dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung WB750 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST80 vs Samsung WB750 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ST80 against the WB750.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST80 and WB750 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ST80 and WB750.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST80 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older ST80 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.