Sony HX80 vs Sony ZV-1 II

Below, we will be reviewing the Sony HX80 vs Sony ZV-1 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the ZV-1 II (20MP) is relatively comparable but the HX80 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 II (1") possess totally different sensor size.

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The HX80 was unveiled 8 years before the ZV-1 II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the HX80 matches up against the ZV-1 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX80 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 II has proportions of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") with a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX80 vs Sony ZV-1 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the HX80 versus the ZV-1 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HX80 and ZV-1 II is 91 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX80 and ZV-1 II.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HX80 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony ZV-1 II will produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older HX80 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.