Sony WX10 vs Sony WX80

Following is a extended comparison of the Sony WX10 vs Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the WX10 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WX10 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the WX80 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WX10 scores versus the WX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Sony WX10 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony WX10 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Sony WX10 vs Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the WX10 versus the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WX10 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WX10 and WX80.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged WX10 will be behind in sensor innovation.