Sony HX9V vs Sony WX80

Here, we will be matching up the Sony HX9V versus Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX9V was introduced 17 months prior to the WX80 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the HX9V matches up against the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX9V has outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX9V versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the HX9V versus the WX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX9V and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX9V and WX80.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older HX9V will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.