Samsung CL80 vs Sony WX70

Here, we are matching up the Samsung CL80 versus Sony WX70, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the CL80 (14MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CL80 was unveiled 3 years prior to the WX70 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CL80 grades against the WX70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung CL80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The full galleries are provided at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL80 comes with 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) while the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung CL80 versus Sony WX70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the CL80 vs the WX70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the CL80 and WX70 is 95 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CL80 and WX70.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX70 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CL80 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.