Canon A1100 IS vs Pentax W80

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon A1100 IS vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was released 4 months before the W80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the A1100 IS scores versus the W80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A1100 IS provides physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon A1100 IS vs Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A1100 IS and the W80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A1100 IS and W80 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A1100 IS and W80.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account.