Samsung PL200 vs Sony HX80

The following is a complete overview of the Samsung PL200 versus Sony HX80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the PL200 (14MP) and HX80 (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The PL200 was brought out 6 years before the HX80 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the PL200 scores versus the HX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL200 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung PL200 offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the PL200 compared to the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL200 and HX80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the PL200 and HX80.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX80 to offer you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged PL200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.