Olympus 9000 vs Pentax W80

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus 9000 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 9000 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 9000 was introduced within a month of the W80 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 9000 grades against the W80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 9000 & Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 9000 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus 9000 provides outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 9000 vs Pentax W80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the 9000 versus the W80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 9000 and W80 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 9000 and W80.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos but you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration.