Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80
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Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 360g - 110 x 72 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Later Model is Nikon L110
(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
- Released June 2009

Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon L100 versus Pentax W80, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L100 was introduced 4 months before the W80 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the L100 scores vs the W80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L100 & Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L100 over the Pentax W80
L100 | W80 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Nikon L100
W80 | L100 |
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Common features in the Nikon L100 and Pentax W80
L100 | W80 | |||
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Released | February 2009 | ![]() | June 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L100 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Nikon L100 versus Pentax W80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the L100 and the W80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and W80 is 79 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and W80.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax W80 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively.

Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L100 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L100 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L100 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2009-06-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 360 gr (0.79 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 72 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 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 | 4 x AA | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $399 | $250 |