Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Increase 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ST80 was unveiled within a month of the W330 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the ST80 scores versus the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Sony W330
ST80 | W330 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung ST80
W330 | ST80 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST80 and Sony W330
ST80 | W330 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 has outer 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) whilst the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ST80 compared to the W330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST80 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ST80 and W330.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of files although you should always take the production date of the products into consideration.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 118 gr (0.26 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $249 | $170 |