Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80
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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 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
- Announced June 2009

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-H20G versus Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was brought out 16 months later than the W80 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-H20G matches up versus the W80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Pentax W80
EX-H20G | W80 | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | June 2009 | More recent by 16 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Casio EX-H20G
W80 | EX-H20G |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax W80
EX-H20G | W80 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-H20G versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-H20G versus the W80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and W80 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H20G and W80.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-H20G to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent EX-H20G should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Pentax Optio W80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 lb) | 156 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-90 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $250 |