Samsung ST80 vs Sony HX9V

The following is a in-depth overview of the Samsung ST80 and Sony HX9V, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the ST80 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ST80 was brought out 18 months earlier than the HX9V making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ST80 scores against the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung ST80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST80 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST80 features physical dimensions of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST80 and Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ST80 vs the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ST80 and HX9V is 96 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST80 and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX9V to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.