so I didn't have to lug my bulky DSLR around

I purchased this as a gift to replace a clunky DSLR

Sure, it's not as fast/clear/bright as a much larger DSLR, but I can't stick that type of camera in a pocket while hiking through rough terrain and carrying a binocular and backpack (and possibly hiking poles).

The high-quality lens and images rivaled our much more expensive DSLR, and the Sony was easier to use during our trip to Madagascar

With the tiny small sensor in the HX80 - will photos be as clear as a DSLR with a $2000 lens?