Samsung ST80 vs Sony W730
96 Imaging
37 Features
34 Overall
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96 Imaging
40 Features
33 Overall
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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Here, we are reviewing the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W730, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ST80 was revealed 4 years before the W730 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ST80 matches up against the W730 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are available at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Sony W730
| ST80 | W730 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Samsung ST80
| W730 | ST80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 36 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST80 and Sony W730
| ST80 | W730 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST80 provides exterior 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 W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Samsung ST80 vs Sony W730 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the ST80 vs the W730.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST80 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ST80 and W730.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony W730 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older ST80 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W730 Specifications
| Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
| Model | Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.3-6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 2.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 118 gr (0.26 lb) | 122 gr (0.27 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - | 240 photos |
| Battery style | - | 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 | ||
| Storage type | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $249 | $138 |
