Samsung CL80 vs Sony a1

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung CL80 versus Sony a1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the CL80 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The CL80 was announced 12 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the CL80 scores against the a1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 provides outside 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) whilst the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Look at the Samsung CL80 versus Sony a1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the CL80 compared to the a1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL80 and a1 is 95 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and a1.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CL80 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony a1 will render greater detail with its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged CL80 will be behind in sensor tech.