Olympus E-PM1 vs Pentax W80

Lets take a more detailed look at the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax W80, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is very similar but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and W80 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-PM1 was unveiled 2 years after the W80 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the E-PM1 grades versus the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-PM1 and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PM1 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-PM1 versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the E-PM1 and the W80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and W80 is 89 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PM1 and W80.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The E-PM1 contains the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF easier. The more modern E-PM1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.