Samsung CL80 vs Sony W380

In this article, we will be evaluating the Samsung CL80 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was announced within a month of the W380 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the CL80 scores against the W380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The whole galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 features outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the CL80 against the W380.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and W380 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and W380.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.