Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ST80 was released 13 months later than the W220 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ST80 scores vs the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Sony W220
ST80 | W220 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Samsung ST80
W220 | ST80 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Samsung ST80 and Sony W220
ST80 | W220 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 features physical measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ST80 vs the W220.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST80 and W220.
As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST80 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ST80 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 118 gr (0.26 lb) | 147 gr (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | BP70A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $249 | $160 |