Samsung DV150F vs Sony HX80

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung DV150F and Sony HX80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the DV150F (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The DV150F was brought out 4 years prior to the HX80 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the DV150F matches up versus the HX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung DV150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are available at Samsung DV150F Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung DV150F provides external measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Samsung DV150F and Sony HX80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the DV150F compared to the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DV150F and HX80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DV150F and HX80.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX80 to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged DV150F will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.