Samsung CL80 vs Sony A700

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung CL80 vs Sony A700, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the A700 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the CL80 (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The CL80 was revealed 2 years later than the A700 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CL80 scores vs the A700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL80 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 has got external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony A700 has measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the CL80 versus the A700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL80 and A700 is 95 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and A700.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The CL80 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung CL80 will give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger CL80 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.