Fujifilm X20 vs Sony WX80

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X20 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and WX80 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X20 was unveiled 4 months after the WX80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X20 scores vs the WX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 offers physical measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X20 and Sony WX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X20 and the WX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and WX80 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X20 and WX80.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X20 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony WX80 will give greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.