Samsung ST80 vs Sony WX1

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Samsung ST80 versus Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the ST80 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the ST80 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor sizing.

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The ST80 was launched 6 months later than the WX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ST80 scores against the WX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST80 has outside 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) and the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ST80 versus the WX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST80 and WX1.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ST80 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung ST80 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.