Samsung ST80 vs Sony W650

Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung ST80 and Sony W650, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was unveiled 24 months prior to the W650 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ST80 scores versus the W650 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung ST80 comes with 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) and the Sony W650 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Samsung ST80 and Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ST80 against the W650.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST80 and W650.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W650 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST80 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.