Samsung ST80 vs Sony W690

Below is a complete assessment of the Samsung ST80 versus Sony W690, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was introduced 3 years prior to the W690 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ST80 grades against the W690 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST80 has got external 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 W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST80 versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ST80 vs the W690.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST80 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST80 and W690.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W690 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older ST80 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.