Samsung ST80 vs Sony HX300

On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung ST80 vs Sony HX300, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the ST80 (14MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was released 4 years before the HX300 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the ST80 grades vs the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 comes with 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) whilst the Sony HX300 has sizing of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung ST80 vs Sony HX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ST80 and the HX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and HX300 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST80 and HX300.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX300 to render more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older ST80 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.