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title: "DSC-HX80"
brand: "sony"
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# 5-Axis Image Stabilization 18.2MP Exmor R Sensor 30x Optical Zoom DSC-HX80

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** £4.10
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📷 Zoom, Stabilize, Share — Elevate Your Visual Storytelling Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** DSC-HX80 by sony
- **How much does it cost?** £4.10 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/26692293-dsc-hx80)

## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Low-Light Mastery:** Capture crisp, vibrant shots anytime with the advanced 18.2MP Exmor R CMOS sensor designed for superior low-light performance.
- • **Steady Shots, Always:** 5-axis image stabilization slashes blur, delivering smooth photos and silky video even on the move.
- • **Instant Social Sharing:** Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC let you connect and upload your best shots to your smartphone in seconds—never miss a moment to share.
- • **Zoom into Every Moment:** Unleash 30x optical zoom with ZEISS precision for stunning close-ups and epic landscapes.
- • **Selfie-Ready Flexibility:** 3-inch 180° tiltable LCD screen and pop-up OLED viewfinder make framing selfies and eye-level shots effortless.

## Overview

The Sony DSCHX80/B is a compact powerhouse featuring a 30x ZEISS optical zoom lens, an 18.2MP back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor for exceptional low-light clarity, and 5-axis image stabilization for blur-free photos and videos. Its 3-inch tiltable LCD and pop-up OLED viewfinder offer versatile shooting angles, while built-in Wi-Fi and NFC enable seamless smartphone connectivity. Perfect for millennials seeking a stylish, travel-friendly camera that boosts social media presence with professional-quality images and smooth Full HD video capture.

## Description

Get sharp detail up close with the world’s smallest and lightest 30x zoom camera. There's even a pop-up electronic viewfinder for eye-level framing and a 180 Degree tilt screen for 18.2MP selfies. Stunning picture quality comes from the low light Exmor R sensor and premium ZIESS lens with 5-axis image stabilization. Then share photos instantly with built-in Wi-Fi and NFC. Screen Type : 2.95 in (3.0type) (4:3) / 921,600 dots / Xtra Fine / TFT LCD

Review: Step up your social media game - I've been using this camera for a couple of weeks and here's a list of what I've shot so far: Grass sprouts Landscapes Selfies Other people Food Stuff in the daytime Stuff at night A video of me making coffee Taking pictures: It's pretty easy and straight forward. It has two modes where the camera does pretty much everything for you. Superior Auto shoots a burst of photos and creates a composite of the images captured. It's pretty great if you're willing to hold the camera still for about two whole seconds for it to capture the scene. And I'm told it's best to use this mode in darker places to reduce noise, but I haven't tried that yet. I personally prefer the other mode, Intelligent Auto. This mode adjusts the settings according to the shooting conditions. It's quicker to get a picture in this mode while still automating a lot of the process in taking the picture. Other photo modes include: Scene Selection: Lets you pick one of the many preset for certain conditions so that things can be more predictable when you shoot. Gives you a little more control than the previous two modes. Memory Recall: Lets you create some presets that you can recall. Manual Exposure: Adjust aperture and shutter speed manually. I think this mode is meant to be used for long exposure photos. Shutter Priority: Adjust only the shutter speed manually. Aperture Priority:Adjust only the aperture manually. Program Auto: Sets both aperture and shutter speed automatically, while the other settings can be set manually. iSweep Panorama: Shoot a panorama picture. You can set the direction you want to sweep, so you can shoot horizontally or vertically. Taking videos: Videos are a whole other story with this camera. The first thing to talk about is the video quality when filming. It can capture in 1080p and 60 frames per second in three formats. The first format is MP4, which is the preferred format for YouTube. If you intend to shoot a video that will be uploaded directly up to YouTube, this is the video format to use. I shot a little YouTube video using the "AVCHD 60p 28M(PS)", which was the maximum setting for that video format. It looks good, but when I went to edit it, I can only export into MP4 or some other formats, so next time I'll just use MP4. I couldn't tell the difference anyway when I compared two videos in both formats. There's also the "XAVC S HD" video format, which is said to be suited for shooting movies, but apparently my SD card isn't good enough for it, so I have to wait for my new SDXC card to arrive. I probably won't need it. Another thing to keep in mind when filming with this camera is the 5-axis stabilization feature. Basically, it's a feature where the sensor in the camera is being mechanically stabilized, giving you no compromise in quality when shooting stabilized video. Most cameras handle this digitally by cropping the actual video and outputting an upscaled version of the cropped video. Depending on how much you shake, you can notice a huge drop in video quality if you use digital stabilization. This camera does not have that issue. An interesting this to keep in mind is that when the feature is on, you can notice the camera adjusting the sensor when you set the camera down, which creates this feeling like you're on a boat or something even though it's sitting on the counter or s sturdy surface. When it comes to audio, the stereo speakers are located on top of the camera. They're located in a way that makes it pretty impossible to stick fluff to, which is something I see a lot of people do to mitigate wind noises when shooting videos. It does have a feature `There's also no way, that I know of, to connect an external microphone, so that internal microphone is all you have. So far, I don't have any problems with it, but I also don't shoot videos where I talk and I haven't been to any concerts since I bought this. Other Features: The flash is hidden away inside of the camera until you hit a switch to pop it up. This means if you want to use the flash, you have to pop it up every time and also remember to push it back down when you're done with it. It sounds like a chore, but it could be a good thing. When you don't need it, you have the assurance that it won't go off when you shoot, because it's tucked away. The flash is located directly above the sensor, so the lighting it provides is pretty centered on the subject. Auto-focusing was kind of a pain to deal with. The only explanation I've found on how it works is that it auto-focuses on the nearest subject in the center of view. I can see it's pretty quick at auto-focusing, but I can't seem to figure out how to make it focus on what I want it to focus on. I guess I just need to do a lot more research on this. Transferring photos and videos off this camera is SUPER easy! I connected my phone (Sony Xperia XZ) via NFC and the QR code it provides and both of them work super quickly and the transfer starts right away. Usually takes about 3 seconds for an 18mp photo, which is about 4 MB. You do need to download the PlayMemories app on your phone. There's an OLED viewfinder that pops up and down. By default, it turns on the camera when it pops up and turns it off when you push it back down. You can turn that off in the setting. It has a proximity sensor that automatically turns on the screen in the viewfinder when you bring it close to your eye. I personally don't use this feature, because I have to get really close to it to set the sensor off and my nose ends up touching the screen below, which is gross in the Summer when I'm sweaty and the sweat gets on the screen. The flip up screen is amazing! It would automatically flip the image and the HUD. By default, when you flip up the screen and press the shutter button, it has a 3 second timer before taking the picture. You can turn that off in the settings. Also the camera has Smile-Shutter where it detects smiles would take a picture automatically. Another feature I find to be extremely useful, but haven't gotten around to using, is the facial registration. You can program the camera to recognize up to 8 faces and it uses these faces to prioritize autofocusing and the smile shutter. The feature I use the most, however, is the built-in level. This will help you keep your camera level in both landscape and portrait mode. It's very useful for panorama pictures and capturing video. Finally, there's a button in the bottom right corner of the camera with a question mark on it. This button gives you hints and explanations on pretty much every feature on the camera. Just go to any option or setting and press the button for help. It's been pretty helpful for me in troubleshooting and learning how to better utilize the many features. What I don't like: In order to record a video, you have to press the dedicated video button, which is the circular button on the top right corner with the label MOVIE above it. Even if you're in Movie mode, you have to press that button. This is an issue when you shoot a video of yourself, since you have to feel around and find that button to start and stop the video and it's VERY annoying. You can also use the PlayMemories app to remotely control your camera, but I don't like it. It kinda lags and there's almost no point in using it. You're better off buying a camera remote from Sony. Final thoughts: Even though I had issues with some of the things about the camera, most of those issues can pretty much be resolved with a little research and further experimentation. I'm not a professional photographer or a vlogger and my Xperia XZ can take better pictures and videos than this can, but it is a reliable camera with greater zoom capability (30x) and a lot of features to explore. It doesn't excel in any field, but it's also far from the worst in every field, so you end up with what can only be described as decent. I do plan to continue using this camera a lot more. I'd say if you're not a professional photographer or a vlogger, this is the best camera you can get for around $300. This is the camera you would buy if you want to step up your Instagram pictures and videos or just need to use something that's more natural to hold and use than your phone. I've done just that with a lot of my recent Instagram posts and I'd say this camera is doing a phenomenal job at that. I'd even go so far to say that this is the perfect small camera on the market in this price range.
Review: One of the best 1/2.3 sensor point & shoot! - This is my fourth Sony product after my purchase of Sony a7s, RX100, and RX100III (wife's cam). I currently also have the Lumix GH4 as I like to take videos as much as photos. I bought the HX80 as a gift for my niece. I would recommend this to anyone who doesn't quite need the prosumer 1" sensor point and shoot or who wants the extra zoom capabilities that the larger sensors can't pack in such a small form. I will work backwards and start with the cons then the pros. Cons: * Smaller 1/2.3 sensor as opposed to 1" sensor (then again price is reflective of smaller sensor and the 1/2.3 sensor on the HX80 is back illuminated which makes it much nicer than other comparable sensors) * No 4k video * No manual zoom * No touchscreen Pros: * Pop up viewfinder * Flash that's semi-tiltable * Quick menu with 12 customizable functions * Full PASM modes for manual and semi-manual controls plus full auto modes if that's the preference * Monitor that tilts 180 degrees for selfies * 30X zoom fantastic for travelers * High quality XAVC S video format up to 50mbps at 24p, 30p, and 60p (requires SDXC memory cards) * PASM modes all available for video * Video manual mode has auto-iso option (not all cameras allow video auto-iso in manual; i.e. the much more expensive RX100 doesn't have this option) * 5-AXIS image stabilizer works great * WIFI/NFC included plus downloadable apps There are many more features that I could go on about this neat little point and shoot, just check out the spec sheets. At this price level, especially for those that like to shoot both photos and videos, the Sony HX80 in my opinion is one of the best 1/2.3 sensor pocket cameras. I hope you find this review helpful!

## Features

- 30x Optical/60x Clear Image Zoom ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* Lens, 18.2MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor for superb low light images, Built-in retractable OLED Tru-Finder viewfinder
- Versatile video w/ high-quality XAVC S, AVCHD & MP4 formats, Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi w/NFC, 5-axis image stabilization greatly reduces camera shake blur.Recording format:JPEG(DCF Ver.2.0,Exif Ver.2.3,MRF Baseline compliant)
- Selfie-ready 3" Extra Fine LCD multi-angle display, P/A/S/M modes, customizable settings and Memory Recall mode, Enhance features w/ downloadable camera apps, Capture the decisive moments with up to 10fps or keep your subject in focus with Lock-on AF
- Focus Range Wide: 1.97" (5 cm) - Infinity Telephoto: 8.20' (2.5 m) - Infinity.Adjustable Angle Up by approx. 180 degrees. F-number (Maximum Aperture) F3.5 (W) - 6.4 (T)
- In-The-Box: Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-BX1; AC AdaptorAC-UUD12; Micro USB cable; Wrist Strap; Instruction Manual

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01CQEN2U2 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Aperture modes | F3.5-F6.3 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Eye Detection |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 350 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #42,335 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #373 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 12 Bit |
| Brand | Sony |
| Built-In Media | camera, battery, ac adaptor, warranty, guide |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* Lens, 30x optical zoom, 24-720mm (35mm equivalent), minimum focus distance 1.97'' (5 cm) |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
| Compatible Mountings | Sony E |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, NFC, USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 10 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (713) |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 10 |
| Digital-Still | No |
| Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 4896 x 3672 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 921k dots |
| Effective Still Resolution | 18.2 |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 51200 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Aperture Priority |
| File Format | RAW |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | UHS-I or UHS-II |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 1 (UHS Speed Class) |
| Flash Memory Type | SDXC;SDXC;; |
| Flash Modes | Automatic, Rear curtain sync, Red-eye reduction |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 or 1/250 |
| Focus Features | Autofocus |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242899551 |
| HDMI Type | Type D Micro HDMI |
| Hardware Interface | AV Port |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Video |
| Image stabilization | 5-Axis |
| Item Weight | 1.2 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
| Lens Correction Type | Chromatic Aberration |
| Lens Type | all-in-one-zoom |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DSCHX80/B |
| Maximum Aperture | 3.5 f |
| Maximum Focal Length | 123 |
| Maximum Image Size | 18.2 MP |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Memory Slots Available | 1 |
| Metering Methods | Evaluative |
| Minimum Focal Length | 4.1 |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 Seconds |
| Model Name | Sony DSCHX80 |
| Model Number | DSCHX80/B |
| Model Series | HX80 |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 30 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 18.2 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Real Angle Of View | 180 Degrees |
| Recording Capacity | 102 Minutes |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Series Number | 80 |
| Shooting Modes | Intelligent Auto; Superior Auto; Program Auto; Aperture Priority; Shutter Speed Priority; Manual Exposure |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Brightness Control |
| Supported Image Format | DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, JPEG, MRF |
| Total Still Resolution | 18.2 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 027242899551 |
| Video Capture Format | HD |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic |
| Warranty Description | //graphics.secondipity.com/gr/images/nw/Sony_warranty_insert_final.pdf target="_blank">90-day Limited Hardware Warranty</a></u> |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | BuiltIn; 802.11b/g/n with NFC |
| Write Speed | 10 fps |
| Zoom | Auto Focus |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 4:3
- **Compatible Mountings:** Sony E
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** 5-Axis
- **Maximum Aperture:** 3.5 f
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 123
- **Metering Description:** Evaluative
- **Optical Zoom:** 30 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** RAW

## Images

![DSC-HX80 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81y6Sj1S91L.jpg)
![DSC-HX80 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71eNk8fXuTL.jpg)
![DSC-HX80 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mAqYnn1dL.jpg)
![DSC-HX80 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71S14yBD5RL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can anyone please tell me what the differences are between the sony's dsc hx 80/b and dsc hx 90v/b.**
A: The 90v has more features- gps and the ring around the lens that allows you to adjust settings through viewfinder. Otherwise identical

**Q: What are the dimensions  of the camera, is it really 6.2" long?**
A: About 4 inches wide, 2.5 inches tall, 1.5 inches deep with lens closed, 3.25 deep with lens fully extended(The box it comes in is 6.2 inches wide)

**Q: Hello, could you please tell me what is included in the package? I assume it is a US version camera and comes with the original battery & storage card**
A: It is a US version and it includes a battery but no storage card.

**Q: does this model have GPS?**
A: Hi J. Bernstein, no the DSCHX80 doesn't have GPS. Thanks_Mitch

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Step up your social media game
*by J***E on July 14, 2017*

I've been using this camera for a couple of weeks and here's a list of what I've shot so far: Grass sprouts Landscapes Selfies Other people Food Stuff in the daytime Stuff at night A video of me making coffee Taking pictures: It's pretty easy and straight forward. It has two modes where the camera does pretty much everything for you. Superior Auto shoots a burst of photos and creates a composite of the images captured. It's pretty great if you're willing to hold the camera still for about two whole seconds for it to capture the scene. And I'm told it's best to use this mode in darker places to reduce noise, but I haven't tried that yet. I personally prefer the other mode, Intelligent Auto. This mode adjusts the settings according to the shooting conditions. It's quicker to get a picture in this mode while still automating a lot of the process in taking the picture. Other photo modes include: Scene Selection: Lets you pick one of the many preset for certain conditions so that things can be more predictable when you shoot. Gives you a little more control than the previous two modes. Memory Recall: Lets you create some presets that you can recall. Manual Exposure: Adjust aperture and shutter speed manually. I think this mode is meant to be used for long exposure photos. Shutter Priority: Adjust only the shutter speed manually. Aperture Priority:Adjust only the aperture manually. Program Auto: Sets both aperture and shutter speed automatically, while the other settings can be set manually. iSweep Panorama: Shoot a panorama picture. You can set the direction you want to sweep, so you can shoot horizontally or vertically. Taking videos: Videos are a whole other story with this camera. The first thing to talk about is the video quality when filming. It can capture in 1080p and 60 frames per second in three formats. The first format is MP4, which is the preferred format for YouTube. If you intend to shoot a video that will be uploaded directly up to YouTube, this is the video format to use. I shot a little YouTube video using the "AVCHD 60p 28M(PS)", which was the maximum setting for that video format. It looks good, but when I went to edit it, I can only export into MP4 or some other formats, so next time I'll just use MP4. I couldn't tell the difference anyway when I compared two videos in both formats. There's also the "XAVC S HD" video format, which is said to be suited for shooting movies, but apparently my SD card isn't good enough for it, so I have to wait for my new SDXC card to arrive. I probably won't need it. Another thing to keep in mind when filming with this camera is the 5-axis stabilization feature. Basically, it's a feature where the sensor in the camera is being mechanically stabilized, giving you no compromise in quality when shooting stabilized video. Most cameras handle this digitally by cropping the actual video and outputting an upscaled version of the cropped video. Depending on how much you shake, you can notice a huge drop in video quality if you use digital stabilization. This camera does not have that issue. An interesting this to keep in mind is that when the feature is on, you can notice the camera adjusting the sensor when you set the camera down, which creates this feeling like you're on a boat or something even though it's sitting on the counter or s sturdy surface. When it comes to audio, the stereo speakers are located on top of the camera. They're located in a way that makes it pretty impossible to stick fluff to, which is something I see a lot of people do to mitigate wind noises when shooting videos. It does have a feature `There's also no way, that I know of, to connect an external microphone, so that internal microphone is all you have. So far, I don't have any problems with it, but I also don't shoot videos where I talk and I haven't been to any concerts since I bought this. Other Features: The flash is hidden away inside of the camera until you hit a switch to pop it up. This means if you want to use the flash, you have to pop it up every time and also remember to push it back down when you're done with it. It sounds like a chore, but it could be a good thing. When you don't need it, you have the assurance that it won't go off when you shoot, because it's tucked away. The flash is located directly above the sensor, so the lighting it provides is pretty centered on the subject. Auto-focusing was kind of a pain to deal with. The only explanation I've found on how it works is that it auto-focuses on the nearest subject in the center of view. I can see it's pretty quick at auto-focusing, but I can't seem to figure out how to make it focus on what I want it to focus on. I guess I just need to do a lot more research on this. Transferring photos and videos off this camera is SUPER easy! I connected my phone (Sony Xperia XZ) via NFC and the QR code it provides and both of them work super quickly and the transfer starts right away. Usually takes about 3 seconds for an 18mp photo, which is about 4 MB. You do need to download the PlayMemories app on your phone. There's an OLED viewfinder that pops up and down. By default, it turns on the camera when it pops up and turns it off when you push it back down. You can turn that off in the setting. It has a proximity sensor that automatically turns on the screen in the viewfinder when you bring it close to your eye. I personally don't use this feature, because I have to get really close to it to set the sensor off and my nose ends up touching the screen below, which is gross in the Summer when I'm sweaty and the sweat gets on the screen. The flip up screen is amazing! It would automatically flip the image and the HUD. By default, when you flip up the screen and press the shutter button, it has a 3 second timer before taking the picture. You can turn that off in the settings. Also the camera has Smile-Shutter where it detects smiles would take a picture automatically. Another feature I find to be extremely useful, but haven't gotten around to using, is the facial registration. You can program the camera to recognize up to 8 faces and it uses these faces to prioritize autofocusing and the smile shutter. The feature I use the most, however, is the built-in level. This will help you keep your camera level in both landscape and portrait mode. It's very useful for panorama pictures and capturing video. Finally, there's a button in the bottom right corner of the camera with a question mark on it. This button gives you hints and explanations on pretty much every feature on the camera. Just go to any option or setting and press the button for help. It's been pretty helpful for me in troubleshooting and learning how to better utilize the many features. What I don't like: In order to record a video, you have to press the dedicated video button, which is the circular button on the top right corner with the label MOVIE above it. Even if you're in Movie mode, you have to press that button. This is an issue when you shoot a video of yourself, since you have to feel around and find that button to start and stop the video and it's VERY annoying. You can also use the PlayMemories app to remotely control your camera, but I don't like it. It kinda lags and there's almost no point in using it. You're better off buying a camera remote from Sony. Final thoughts: Even though I had issues with some of the things about the camera, most of those issues can pretty much be resolved with a little research and further experimentation. I'm not a professional photographer or a vlogger and my Xperia XZ can take better pictures and videos than this can, but it is a reliable camera with greater zoom capability (30x) and a lot of features to explore. It doesn't excel in any field, but it's also far from the worst in every field, so you end up with what can only be described as decent. I do plan to continue using this camera a lot more. I'd say if you're not a professional photographer or a vlogger, this is the best camera you can get for around $300. This is the camera you would buy if you want to step up your Instagram pictures and videos or just need to use something that's more natural to hold and use than your phone. I've done just that with a lot of my recent Instagram posts and I'd say this camera is doing a phenomenal job at that. I'd even go so far to say that this is the perfect small camera on the market in this price range.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best 1/2.3 sensor point & shoot!
*by S***S on June 20, 2016*

This is my fourth Sony product after my purchase of Sony a7s, RX100, and RX100III (wife's cam). I currently also have the Lumix GH4 as I like to take videos as much as photos. I bought the HX80 as a gift for my niece. I would recommend this to anyone who doesn't quite need the prosumer 1" sensor point and shoot or who wants the extra zoom capabilities that the larger sensors can't pack in such a small form. I will work backwards and start with the cons then the pros. Cons: * Smaller 1/2.3 sensor as opposed to 1" sensor (then again price is reflective of smaller sensor and the 1/2.3 sensor on the HX80 is back illuminated which makes it much nicer than other comparable sensors) * No 4k video * No manual zoom * No touchscreen Pros: * Pop up viewfinder * Flash that's semi-tiltable * Quick menu with 12 customizable functions * Full PASM modes for manual and semi-manual controls plus full auto modes if that's the preference * Monitor that tilts 180 degrees for selfies * 30X zoom fantastic for travelers * High quality XAVC S video format up to 50mbps at 24p, 30p, and 60p (requires SDXC memory cards) * PASM modes all available for video * Video manual mode has auto-iso option (not all cameras allow video auto-iso in manual; i.e. the much more expensive RX100 doesn't have this option) * 5-AXIS image stabilizer works great * WIFI/NFC included plus downloadable apps There are many more features that I could go on about this neat little point and shoot, just check out the spec sheets. At this price level, especially for those that like to shoot both photos and videos, the Sony HX80 in my opinion is one of the best 1/2.3 sensor pocket cameras. I hope you find this review helpful!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good camera with some flaws.
*by K***N on February 19, 2026*

I bought this primarily for travel after my favorite Panasonic camera died. This is not easy to use. The on/off button is hard to find by touch, and the settings confusing, especially because it came with a Chinese instruction manual. I found a 60 page instruction manual in English on the Sony site, but it is also somewhat confusing and a slog to read. The zoom is good, and the pictures are sharp with good color, if you can work your way through this issues above. Fits in a pocket or fanny pack easily when traveling.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Sony DSCHX80/B High Zoom Point & Shoot Camera (Black)
- Sony NP-BX1/M8 Lithium-Ion X Type Battery (Silver)
- Sony LCSCSJ Soft Carrying Case for Sony S, W, T, and N Series Digital Cameras , Black

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