Samsung CL80 vs Sony HX90V

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung CL80 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was revealed 6 years prior to the HX90V which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the CL80 grades against the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 provides exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the CL80 versus the HX90V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and HX90V.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX90V to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged CL80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.