Sony HX30V vs Sony WX80

Below, we are analyzing the Sony HX30V vs Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX30V (18MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was unveiled 10 months prior to the WX80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the HX30V matches up vs the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are available at Sony HX30V Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Sony HX30V offers external dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has sizing 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 account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the HX30V vs the WX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HX30V and WX80 is 90 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX30V and WX80.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older HX30V is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.