Olympus E-420 vs Pentax W80

Lets look a little more in depth at the Olympus E-420 vs Pentax W80, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-420 (10MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very close but the E-420 (Four Thirds) and W80 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The E-420 was launched 12 months before the W80 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-420 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-420 grades versus the W80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-420 & Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-420 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-420 has got physical dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-420 vs Pentax W80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the E-420 and the W80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-420 and W80 is 77 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-420 and W80.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-420 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax W80 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged E-420 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.