Canon G7 X vs Pentax W80

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon G7 X and Pentax W80, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and W80 (12MP) and the G7 X (1") and W80 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The G7 X was introduced 5 years after the W80 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G7 X grades against the W80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Canon G7 X and Pentax W80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the G7 X and the W80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G7 X and W80 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and W80.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G7 X having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon G7 X will show greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent G7 X is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.