Nikon S630 vs Pentax P80

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon S630 vs Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S630 was revealed 6 months earlier than the P80 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S630 grades vs the P80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S630 versus the P80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and P80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and P80.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really factor the age of the cameras into account.