Samsung WB150F vs Sony WX80

Below is a detailed review of the Samsung WB150F and Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB150F (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB150F was announced 12 months prior to the WX80 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WB150F scores vs the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB150F features external measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WB150F against the WX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB150F and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB150F and WX80.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony WX80 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older WB150F is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.