Nikon L26 vs Pentax W80

Lets look more closely at the Nikon L26 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and W80 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L26 was brought out 2 years later than the W80 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the L26 grades vs the W80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L26 vs the W80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and W80 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L26 and W80.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon L26 to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher L26 will have a benefit in sensor technology.