Samsung CL80 vs Sony H200

The following is a complete overview of the Samsung CL80 vs Sony H200, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was launched 4 years prior to the H200 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the CL80 scores against the H200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung CL80 comes with physical 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 H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Check out the Samsung CL80 vs Sony H200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the CL80 against the H200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and H200 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and H200.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony H200 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged CL80 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.