Nikon Z50 vs Pentax P80

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon Z50 versus Pentax P80, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and P80 (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and P80 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The Z50 was unveiled 10 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Z50 scores versus the P80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 & Pentax Optio P80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 has got outside measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Z50 against the P80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and P80 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and P80.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z50 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will result in more detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z50 should have an edge in sensor tech.