Nikon S810c vs Pentax W80

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S810c vs Pentax W80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S810c (16MP) and W80 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 4 years after the W80 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the S810c matches up vs the W80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S810c Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Nikon S810c vs Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S810c against the W80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and W80 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S810c and W80.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S810c to resolve more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent S810c is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.