Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830
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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2014

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Samsung ST80 versus Sony W830, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the ST80 (14MP) and W830 (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ST80 was revealed 5 years before the W830 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ST80 matches up against the W830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Sony W830
ST80 | W830 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Samsung ST80
W830 | ST80 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 48 months |
Common features in the Samsung ST80 and Sony W830
ST80 | W830 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung ST80 comes with outside 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) while the Sony W830 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Samsung ST80 versus Sony W830 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the ST80 and the W830.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ST80 and W830 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST80 and W830.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony W830 to show greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged ST80 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung ST80 vs Sony W830 Specifications
Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung ST80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 118 gr (0.26 pounds) | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | BP70A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $249 | $128 |