Sony HX80 vs Sony RX100 IV

Below is a extended analysis of the Sony HX80 and Sony RX100 IV, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively comparable but the HX80 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX80 was introduced 10 months later than the RX100 IV which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the HX80 scores versus the RX100 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX80 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Sony HX80 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 IV has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the HX80 vs the RX100 IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX80 and RX100 IV is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HX80 and RX100 IV.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HX80 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 IV will show greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer HX80 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.