Olympus TG-320 vs Pentax P80

Here, we are matching up the Olympus TG-320 versus Pentax P80, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-320 was manufactured 2 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TG-320 matches up against the P80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-320 and Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-320 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-320 versus Pentax P80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the TG-320 and the P80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and P80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-320 and P80.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-320 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher TG-320 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.