Sony HX80 vs Sony TX200V

Below is a thorough overview of the Sony HX80 versus Sony TX200V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. The image resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was brought out 4 years later than the TX200V and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the HX80 grades vs the TX200V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX80 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX80 provides outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has proportions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the HX80 against the TX200V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX80 and TX200V is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX80 and TX200V.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer HX80 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.