Samsung CL80 vs Sony NEX-F3

Here is a detailed review of the Samsung CL80 versus Sony NEX-F3, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty similar but the CL80 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The CL80 was announced 3 years earlier than the NEX-F3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the CL80 matches up vs the NEX-F3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL80 offers outer dimensions 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 Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Examine the Samsung CL80 versus Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the CL80 against the NEX-F3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and NEX-F3 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and NEX-F3.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The CL80 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony NEX-F3 will offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older CL80 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.