Nikon L19 vs Pentax W80

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon L19 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and W80 (12MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and W80 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The L19 was brought out 4 months before the W80 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L19 grades vs the W80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L19 has got outer dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the L19 and the W80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and W80.

Clearly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The L19 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Pentax W80 will result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.