Samsung ST80 vs Sony A9

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung ST80 versus Sony A9, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the ST80 (14MP) and A9 (24MP) and the ST80 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The ST80 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the A9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ST80 grades versus the A9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST80 & Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST80 has got outside measurements 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 Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the ST80 versus the A9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST80 and A9 is 96 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST80 and A9.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST80 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A9 will produce more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged ST80 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.