Samsung ST80 vs Sony W610

Here is a in depth assessment of the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W610, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was announced 24 months before the W610 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ST80 scores against the W610 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 features external dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ST80 against the W610.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and W610 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST80 and W610.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older ST80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.