Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Sony HX80

Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Sony HX80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and HX80 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The XZ-2 iHS was launched 4 years earlier than the HX80 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the XZ-2 iHS grades versus the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS features physical dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Sony HX80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the XZ-2 iHS and the HX80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-2 iHS and HX80 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-2 iHS and HX80.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The XZ-2 iHS featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX80 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged XZ-2 iHS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.