Kodak C140 vs Pentax W80

Let's look more closely at the Kodak C140 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and W80 (12MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and W80 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The C140 was unveiled 5 months prior to the W80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the C140 grades versus the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare C140 and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are provided at Kodak C140 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak C140 provides external dimensions of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak C140 vs Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the C140 compared to the W80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C140 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the C140 and W80.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C140 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax W80 will give greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.