Samsung CL80 vs Samsung NX11

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung CL80 versus Samsung NX11, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the CL80 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The CL80 was manufactured 11 months before the NX11 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CL80 matches up against the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung CL80 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Samsung CL80 versus Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the CL80 against the NX11.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and NX11 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and NX11.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CL80 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX11 will give greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older CL80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.