Olympus E-M5 III vs Pentax P80

Here, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M5 III and Pentax P80, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the E-M5 III (20MP) and P80 (12MP) and the E-M5 III (Four Thirds) and P80 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The E-M5 III was brought out 10 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M5 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-M5 III grades against the P80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M5 III and Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M5 III Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 III provides exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has proportions 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 Olympus E-M5 III and Pentax P80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-M5 III against the P80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M5 III and P80 is 80 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M5 III and P80.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M5 III featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Olympus E-M5 III will provide you with greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger E-M5 III is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.