Samsung WB2200F vs Sony WX80

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB2200F (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB2200F was manufactured 13 months after the WX80 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the WB2200F scores versus the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB2200F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB2200F Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB2200F enjoys external dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB2200F vs Sony WX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WB2200F and the WX80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB2200F and WX80 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB2200F and WX80.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer WB2200F is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.