Canon G15 vs Pentax W80
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Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Released June 2009

Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon G15 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very comparable but the G15 (1/1.7") and W80 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

The G15 was manufactured 3 years later than the W80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G15 grades versus the W80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G15 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Pentax W80
G15 | W80 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | June 2009 | Fresher by 40 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Canon G15
W80 | G15 |
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Common features in the Canon G15 and Pentax W80
G15 | W80 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon G15 comes with exterior measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the G15 vs the W80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G15 and W80 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G15 and W80.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The G15 provides the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The younger G15 provides an edge in sensor technology.

Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G15 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-09-17 | 2009-06-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352 grams (0.78 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 165 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-10L | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $499 | $250 |