Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax P80

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax P80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was launched 6 months prior to the P80 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the FX48 matches up versus the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Pentax P80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 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).

Contrast the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax P80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FX48 against the P80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and P80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and P80.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images though you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.