Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax ist DL2

Here is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax ist DL2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the Fujifilm XP80 (1/2.3") and ist DL2 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XP80 was introduced 9 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP80 being a Compact camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP80 grades vs the ist DL2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP80 offers physical measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax ist DL2 has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP80 vs Pentax ist DL2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 against the ist DL2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP80 and ist DL2 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP80 and ist DL2.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP80 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Fujifilm XP80 will produce greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP80 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.