Samsung CL80 vs Sony W550

Following is a complete overview of the Samsung CL80 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was revealed 18 months earlier than the W550 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the CL80 scores vs the W550 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung CL80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the CL80 compared to the W550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the CL80 and W550 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL80 and W550.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged CL80 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.