Nikon P80 vs Pentax XG-1
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Nikon P80 vs Pentax XG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
- 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Replacement is Nikon P90
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Revealed July 2014
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Here, we are comparing the Nikon P80 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and XG-1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe P80 was announced 6 years prior to the XG-1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P80 grades vs the XG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P80 & Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P80 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Pentax XG-1
| P80 | XG-1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Nikon P80
| XG-1 | P80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2014 |  | January 2009 | Fresher by 66 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P80 and Pentax XG-1
| P80 | XG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon P80 vs Pentax XG-1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P80 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has proportions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the P80 compared to the XG-1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and XG-1 is 75 and 66 respectively.
Nikon P80 vs Pentax XG-1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and XG-1.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to provide extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older P80 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon P80 vs Pentax XG-1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P80 | Pentax XG-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix P80 | Pentax XG-1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2014-07-15 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-1248mm (52.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.0 | f/2.8-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dots |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 9.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 567g (1.25 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 240 photos |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL5 | LB-060 |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $400 | $599 |