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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370

Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35
Samsung ST80 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 Key Specs

Samsung ST80
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2010
Sony W370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
  • 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
  • Released January 2010
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 Overview

Following is a extended assessment of the Samsung ST80 versus Sony W370, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was announced about the same time to the W370 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ST80 scores versus the W370 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Sony W370

 ST80 W370 
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Samsung ST80

 W370 ST80 

Common features in the Samsung ST80 and Sony W370

 ST80 W370 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar age
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 comes with physical dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST80 versus Sony W370 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ST80 and the W370.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ST80 and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ST80 and W370.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST80 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W370 as a Portrait photography camera
29
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung ST80
Street photography with Sony W370
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung ST80
Sports photography with Sony W370
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST80 Travel photography factors
Sony W370 Travel photography factors
62
includes focus by touch
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
58
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (34mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST80 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W370 as a Landscape photography camera
39
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
37
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (34mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST80 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W370 as a Vlogging camera
28
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (34mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone jack
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W370 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST80 and Sony W370
 Samsung ST80Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung ST80 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-01-06 2010-01-07
Body design 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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 4800 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 34-238mm (7.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.5 f/3.6-5.6
Macro focus range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
Auto exposure 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 118 grams (0.26 lb) 179 grams (0.39 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model BP70A NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2)
Time lapse recording
Storage media MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $249 $230