Samsung ST80 vs Sony W570

Following is a in depth review of the Samsung ST80 and Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W570 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was unveiled 12 months before the W570 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ST80 scores versus the W570 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 has outer dimensions 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 W570 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung ST80 and Sony W570 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ST80 and the W570.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST80 and W570 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ST80 and W570.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony W570 to show more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged ST80 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.