Samsung CL80 vs Sony TX100V

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung CL80 vs Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was revealed 12 months prior to the TX100V which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the CL80 grades vs the TX100V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung CL80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung CL80 offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung CL80 vs Sony TX100V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the CL80 against the TX100V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the CL80 and TX100V.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony TX100V to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CL80 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.