Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax P80

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and P80 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X10 was released 2 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X10 scores vs the P80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 and Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X10 comes with physical measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax P80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X10 and the P80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and P80 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X10 and P80.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X10 offers the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more recent Fujifilm X10 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.