Sony HX50V vs Sony HX80

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Sony HX50V and Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was manufactured 3 years earlier than the HX80 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the HX50V grades against the HX80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX50V features outside measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) and 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).

Check out the Sony HX50V and Sony HX80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the HX50V against the HX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and HX80 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX50V and HX80.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX50V to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older HX50V will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.