Samsung ST150F vs Sony HX80

Below is a extended overview of the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST150F (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST150F was manufactured 4 years earlier than the HX80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ST150F grades versus the HX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST150F enjoys outside dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony HX80 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST150F and Sony HX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the ST150F compared to the HX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST150F and HX80 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST150F and HX80.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX80 to resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older ST150F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.