Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax P80

Below is a extensive comparison of the Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was revealed 5 months prior to the P80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the A2100 IS grades against the P80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS vs Pentax P80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A2100 IS versus the P80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and P80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and P80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should factor the production date of the cameras into account.