Samsung CL80 vs Sony WX10

Here is a in depth analysis of the Samsung CL80 versus Sony WX10, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was brought out 12 months before the WX10 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CL80 grades versus the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are available at Samsung CL80 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung CL80 provides outer dimensions 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 WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung CL80 versus Sony WX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the CL80 against the WX10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and WX10.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX10 to render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older CL80 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.