Nikon S3500 vs Pentax W80

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S3500 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and W80 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was introduced 3 years later than the W80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S3500 grades vs the W80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S3500 comes with outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S3500 vs the W80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and W80.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S3500 to show extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent S3500 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.