Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX80

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung SL102 vs Sony HX80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SL102 (10MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SL102 was unveiled 8 years prior to the HX80 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SL102 matches up against the HX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL102 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung SL102 enjoys exterior measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SL102 compared to the HX80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SL102 and HX80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SL102 and HX80.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX80 to render more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SL102 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.