• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
  • 31.00mm - 217.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 11.8 megapixels
  • 25.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung CL80 advantages over Nikon 80

  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • More telephoto lens reach
    217 mm vs 25 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • More pixels
    14.2 vs 11.8 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    16 vs 1 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon 80 advantages over Samsung CL80

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.0 vs f/3.3
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Thinner
    15 mm vs 20 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    9 years vs 15 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    74g vs 150g
    Lighter weight
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 31 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster shutter
    1/6400 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Panasonic DMC-ZR1

Samsung CL80
Panasonic DMC-ZR1
  • $248
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $280
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Samsung CL80 vs Panasonic DMC-ZR1

Nikon 80
Panasonic DMC-ZR1
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen
  • $280
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon 80 vs Panasonic DMC-ZR1

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FH20

Samsung CL80
Panasonic DMC-FH20
  • $248
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $180
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Samsung CL80 vs Panasonic DMC-FH20

Nikon 80
Panasonic DMC-FH20
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen
  • $180
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon 80 vs Panasonic DMC-FH20

Compared to Panasonic DMC-ZR3

Samsung CL80
Panasonic DMC-ZR3
  • $248
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $236
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Samsung CL80 vs Panasonic DMC-ZR3

Nikon 80
Panasonic DMC-ZR3
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Touchscreen
  • $236
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Nikon 80 vs Panasonic DMC-ZR3

Compared to Samsung ST66

Samsung CL80
Samsung ST66
  • $248
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • RAW file ability
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Lighter weight

Compare Samsung CL80 vs Samsung ST66

Nikon 80
Samsung ST66
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon 80 vs Samsung ST66

Compared to Olympus TG-Tracker

Samsung CL80
Olympus TG-Tracker
  • $248
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Samsung CL80 vs Olympus TG-Tracker

Nikon 80
Olympus TG-Tracker
  • $399
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Nikon 80 vs Olympus TG-Tracker

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