Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ST80 was brought out very close to the W350 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST80 grades against the W350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Sony W350
ST80 | W350 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Samsung ST80
W350 | ST80 |
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Common features in the Samsung ST80 and Sony W350
ST80 | W350 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST80 provides physical 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) while the Sony W350 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST80 compared to the W350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ST80 and W350 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ST80 and W350.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | 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 | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 118g (0.26 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $249 | $200 |