Nikon S620 vs Pentax P80
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Nikon S620 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced August 2009
Nikon S620 vs Pentax P80 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S620 versus Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S620 was released 6 months prior to the P80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S620 matches up versus the P80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S620 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Pentax P80
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Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Nikon S620
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Pentax P80
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Introduced | February 2009 | August 2009 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S620 enjoys exterior measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Pentax P80 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S620 versus Pentax P80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S620 compared to the P80.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and P80 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and P80.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.
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Nikon S620 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Pentax Optio P80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $37 | $200 |