Sony HX80 vs Sony WX70

Its time to look much closer at the Sony HX80 and Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was released 4 years after the WX70 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the HX80 grades versus the WX70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony HX80 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Sony HX80 and Sony WX70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the HX80 and the WX70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX80 and WX70 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX80 and WX70.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX80 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern HX80 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.