Canon D10 vs Pentax P80

Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon D10 and Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D10 was revealed around the same time to the P80 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D10 scores vs the P80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D10 & Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon D10 comes with outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the D10 compared to the P80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and P80 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D10 and P80.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.