Samsung ST80 vs Sony W620
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2012
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Let's look much closer at the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W620, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ST80 was launched 24 months before the W620 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ST80 matches up versus the W620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Sony W620
| ST80 | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Samsung ST80
| W620 | ST80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST80 and Sony W620
| ST80 | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST80 offers outside dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the ST80 versus the W620.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST80 and W620.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The older ST80 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W620 Specifications
| Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-10 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | 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 aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | 118g (0.26 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 life | - | 220 images |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP70A | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $249 | $102 |