Samsung CL80 vs Sony HX7V

Its time to look closer at the Samsung CL80 and Sony HX7V, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was launched 18 months before the HX7V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the CL80 grades versus the HX7V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Samsung CL80 enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung CL80 and Sony HX7V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the CL80 versus the HX7V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and HX7V is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and HX7V.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX7V to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older CL80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.