Samsung CL80 vs Sony HX1

Lets examine more in depth at the Samsung CL80 versus Sony HX1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the CL80 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The CL80 was launched 9 months later than the HX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the CL80 grades against the HX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL80 has got outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Compare the Samsung CL80 versus Sony HX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the CL80 vs the HX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL80 and HX1 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and HX1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CL80 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung CL80 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger CL80 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.