Nikon S6000 vs Pentax W80

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S6000 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was revealed 8 months after the W80 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S6000 scores versus the W80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6000 features outer dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S6000 against the W80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6000 and W80.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6000 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer S6000 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.