Samsung CL5 vs Sony HX200V

Below, we are matching up the Samsung CL5 and Sony HX200V, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and HX200V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The CL5 was unveiled 4 years prior to the HX200V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the CL5 scores vs the HX200V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL5 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Samsung CL5 and Sony HX200V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the CL5 vs the HX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the CL5 and HX200V is 95 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and HX200V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CL5 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony HX200V will provide extra detail having an extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CL5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.