Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax P80

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FP8 and Pentax P80, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was manufactured about the same time to the P80 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP8 scores against the P80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Pentax Optio P80. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP8 vs the P80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and P80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and P80.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration.