Samsung CL80 vs Samsung NX100

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung CL80 and Samsung NX100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Samsung. The image resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the CL80 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CL80 was brought out 8 months prior to the NX100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the CL80 scores against the NX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL80 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL80 comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the CL80 compared to the NX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and NX100 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and NX100.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CL80 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX100 will give you greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CL80 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.