Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released July 2020
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- 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
- Launched August 2009
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Nikon Z5 and Pentax P80, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and P80 (12MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and P80 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Z5 was revealed 11 years after the P80 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z5 grades versus the P80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Pentax P80
Z5 | P80 | |||
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Launched | July 2020 | August 2009 | Newer by 134 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Nikon Z5
P80 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Pentax P80
Z5 | P80 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 features external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z5 and Pentax P80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Z5 vs the P80.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and P80 is 62 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and P80.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z5 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Z5 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Pentax P80 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Pentax Optio P80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Pentax Optio P80 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
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 | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 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 life | 470 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Launch cost | $1,399 | $200 |