Sony HX80 vs Sony WX220

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Sony HX80 vs Sony WX220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was brought out 2 years later than the WX220 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the HX80 scores versus the WX220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Sony HX80 features exterior 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 WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX80 vs Sony WX220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the HX80 vs the WX220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX80 and WX220 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX80 and WX220.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern HX80 provides an edge in sensor innovation.