Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 Point & Shoot Camera
The Sony DSC-HX80 is a 18MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 1080p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Sony DSC-HX80
Key Features — Sony DSC-HX80
18MP 1/2.3" Sensor: Delivers up to 4896x3672 pixel images, giving buyers a reasonable level of detail for prints and cropping from a compact body.
Bionz X Image Processor: Sony's capable processing engine handles noise reduction and image rendering across the ISO 80–3200 range.
Built-In Pop-Up EVF: A retractable electronic viewfinder provides an alternative to the LCD for framing shots in bright sunlight.
3.0" Tilting LCD: The 921,600-dot tilting display makes it easy to compose shots from low angles or overhead without contorting the camera.
30x Optical Zoom Lens: A wide zoom range covers a broad variety of shooting situations, from wide-angle to distant subjects, without changing lenses.
10fps Burst Shooting: Continuous shooting at up to 10 frames per second helps capture fast-moving subjects in a compact point-and-shoot form factor.
Camera Specifications — Sony DSC-HX80
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 18MP |
| Processor | Bionz X |
| ISO Range | 80 – 3200 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | Wide, Center, Flexible Spot, Expanded Flexible Spot |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4896x3672 |
| Burst Rate | 10 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 1080p |
| Max Frame Rate | 60fps |
Description — Sony DSC-HX80
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 is a point-and-shoot camera centered on an 18MP, 1/2.3-inch sensor processed by Sony's Bionz X engine. Its body dimensions of 102 x 58 x 36 mm and weight of 245g keep it genuinely compact, while the 3.0-inch tilting TFT LCD at 921,600 dots makes composing from low or high angles straightforward. A built-in pop-up electronic viewfinder rounds out the framing options.
For stills, burst shooting reaches 10 frames per second, and the ISO range spans 80 to 3200. Seven picture profiles — including Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Black & White, and Sepia — give shooters meaningful creative control in-camera. The autofocus system combines Contrast Detection with Face Detection AF and subject tracking, with flexible focus area selection.
Video records at up to 1080p at 60fps in 8-bit color. The built-in pop-up flash covers up to 5.4 meters at Auto ISO. Connectivity covers Wi-Fi, Micro HDMI, and USB, with support for SD, SDHC, SDXC, and Memory Stick PRO Duo storage.
Pros — Sony DSC-HX80
- ✓Compact body at 102 x 58 x 36 mm and 245g makes it genuinely travel-friendly
- ✓3.0-inch tilting TFT LCD with 921,600-dot resolution aids flexible composition
- ✓Burst shooting at up to 10 frames per second for capturing fast-moving subjects
Cons — Sony DSC-HX80
- ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in rain or dusty environments
- ✗1/2.3-inch sensor limits dynamic range and low-light performance compared to larger sensor compacts
- ✗ISO tops out at 3200, which is relatively modest for low-light shooting
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