Samsung HZ50W vs Sony HX80

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ50W (14MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ50W was announced 6 years earlier than the HX80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the HZ50W grades vs the HX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ50W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ50W has got external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Samsung HZ50W versus Sony HX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the HZ50W and the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HZ50W and HX80 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and HX80.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX80 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older HZ50W is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.