Olympus 6000 vs Pentax P80

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus 6000 and Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 6000 was brought out within a month of the P80 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 6000 matches up versus the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 & Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6000 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax P80 has measurements 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 6000 and Pentax P80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 6000 versus the P80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6000 and P80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 6000 and P80.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Pentax P80 to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively.