Kodak Sport vs Pentax P80

Here is a detailed assessment of the Kodak Sport vs Pentax P80, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Sport was brought out 18 months later than the P80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Sport scores versus the P80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport & Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Sport Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Sport provides external dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Sport compared to the P80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Sport and P80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Sport and P80.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of files however you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern Sport provides an edge in sensor technology.