Samsung CL80 vs Sony W310

Here, we are evaluating the Samsung CL80 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was revealed very close to the W310 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the CL80 matches up vs the W310 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung CL80 has got outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has proportions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the CL80 compared to the W310.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CL80 and W310.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung CL80 to give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.