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Samsung ST66 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:101 gBattery life (CIPA):200 shots

Samsung ST66 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.0

Overall score

Score
4.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

90%

3.6

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 91% of cameras
3.6

Technical score

Technical score
3.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

28%

4.3

Sensor & Image

25%

3.5

Photo Features

18%

3.1

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

2.6

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 95% of cameras
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 178 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 85% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Samsung ST66

Technical score
Technical score
3.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

28%

4.3

Sensor & Image

25%

3.5

Photo Features

18%

3.1

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

2.6

Battery & Power

7%

2.2

Connectivity & Storage

3.6
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 178 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Popularity:
Samsung ST66 has a popularity score of 7.8, which is higher than 74.2% of cameras.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

4.0

Overall score

40%

10

Price

5.8
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
16.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
16.1 MP
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 16.1 MP, which is lower than that of 53.3% of cameras and equal to that of 7.9% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.34 µm, which are smaller than those in 74.1% of cameras and the same size as those in 14% of cameras.
Base ISO
80
Base ISO
80
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 80 which is lower than that of 80.3% of cameras and equal to that of 15.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 3200 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 3,200
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 3,200, which is lower than that of 62.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.7% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
6 Mbps
Video bitrate
6 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 6 Mbps which is lower than that of 98.5% of cameras and equal to that of 1% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
compact
Weight
101 g
Weight
101 g
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 101 g which is lighter than 99.6% of cameras.
Width
90 mm
Width
90 mm
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 90 mm which is narrower than 98.5% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Height
52.6 mm
Height
52.6 mm
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 52.6 mm which is shorter than 98.2% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Thickness
16.9 mm
Thickness
16.9 mm
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 16.9 mm which is thinner than 99.1% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
200 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
200 shots
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 200 shots, which is shorter than that of 90.5% of cameras and equal to that of 3.8% of cameras.
Battery capacity
700 mAh
Battery capacity
700 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 700 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 88.2% of cameras and equal to those in 3.6% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Samsung ST66 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 294 g lighter
    Weight
    101 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (101 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    101 g vs 395 g
  • 29.9 mm narrower
    Width
    90 mm
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (90 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    90 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 0.07 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.07 GB
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.07 GB vs 0 GB
  • 21.3 mm shorter body
    Height
    52.6 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (52.6 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    52.6 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 29.1 mm thinner
    Thickness
    16.9 mm
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (16.9 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    16.9 mm vs 46 mm
  • 4.83x cheaper
    Samsung ST66 is cheaper than the average camera (£60 vs £290).
    £60 vs £290
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
  • 4.83x cheaper
    Samsung ST66 is cheaper than the average camera (£60 vs £290).
    £60 vs £290
  • 294 g lighter
    Weight
    101 g
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (101 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    101 g vs 395 g
  • 29.9 mm narrower
    Width
    90 mm
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (90 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    90 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 21.3 mm shorter body
    Height
    52.6 mm
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (52.6 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    52.6 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 29.1 mm thinner
    Thickness
    16.9 mm
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (16.9 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    16.9 mm vs 46 mm
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
  • 0.07 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.07 GB
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0.1 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.07 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    focus locked at recording start
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 130 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    200 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (200 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    200 shots vs 330 shots
  • 6.5% worse value for money
    Samsung ST66 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.82 vs 6.2).
    5.82 vs 6.2
  • 3.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung ST66
    the average camera
    Samsung ST66 has a lower user score than the average camera (7.75 vs 8.000).
    7.75 vs 8
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 3,200 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    16.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    16.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 1 older
    Release date
    2012
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2012 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    January 2012
    2,012 vs 2,013
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
  • 22 s shorter maximum exposure
    Longest shutter speed
    8 s
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <4 s – >1.8k s
    This camera supports a shorter maximum exposure than the average camera (8 s s vs 30 s s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s s.
    8 s vs 30 s
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    focus locked at recording start
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 24 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    6 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (6 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    6 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 10 min shorter recording time
    Max video recording time
    20 min
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <25 min – >60 min
    This camera records continuously for less time than the average camera (20 min vs 30 min). The average camera records for 30 min.
    20 min vs 30 min
  • 130 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    200 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (200 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    200 shots vs 330 shots
  • 420 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    700 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (700 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    700 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 178 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Samsung ST66

  • Ultra-compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable and pocket-friendly
  • Excellent value for money as an affordable entry-level camera
  • Produces high-quality images with a unique, 'dreamy' character often sought for social media
  • Long-lasting battery life that can last for several days of casual use
  • Simple and intuitive interface, ideal for beginners and casual photographers
  • Features convenient Micro-USB charging directly through the camera body
  • Includes creative built-in modes like Live Panorama and Smart Filters

What we don't like about Samsung ST66

  • Lacks optical image stabilization, which can lead to blurry shots in shaky conditions
  • Video resolution is limited to 720p and uses the AVI format, which may require conversion for some platforms
  • Microphone often picks up audible noise from the zoom motor during video recording
  • The built-in flash is positioned close to the lens, sometimes causing shadows in close-range photos
  • The device does not automatically rotate vertical photos during playback
  • Poor performance for high-speed action photography, such as sports

Verdict

The Samsung ST66 is an ultra-compact point-and-shoot camera featuring a 16.1-megapixel CCD sensor and a 5x optical zoom lens with a bright f/2.5 maximum aperture at its widest 25mm focal length. Its main strengths include a slim, pocket-friendly aluminum-reinforced design, 720p HD video recording at 30fps, and user-friendly features like Live Panorama and Smart Auto 2.0. However, the camera lacks optical image stabilization (relying instead on digital stabilization), exhibits noticeable noise at ISO settings above 400, and suffers from slow write speeds to its microSD card, which can cause significant lag between shots.

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