Olympus 1 vs Pentax P80

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus 1 and Pentax P80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 (1/1.7") and P80 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The 1 was brought out 4 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 1 scores against the P80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1 offers physical dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and 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).

Check out the Olympus 1 and Pentax P80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 and the P80.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and P80 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 and P80.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The 1 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The newer 1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.