Samsung ST80 vs Sony S950

Here is a extensive assessment of the Samsung ST80 versus Sony S950, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the ST80 (14MP) and S950 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was unveiled 11 months later than the S950 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ST80 grades vs the S950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST80 features outer measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Samsung ST80 versus Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ST80 against the S950.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST80 and S950 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST80 and S950.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung ST80 to provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern ST80 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.