Sony HX80 vs Sony WX350

On this page, we are comparing the Sony HX80 vs Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was released 2 years after the WX350 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the HX80 grades versus the WX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX80 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony HX80 has got outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the HX80 compared to the WX350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX80 and WX350 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX80 and WX350.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files though you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern HX80 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.