Panasonic G10 vs Pentax W80

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic G10 vs Pentax W80, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively close but the G10 (Four Thirds) and W80 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G10 was launched 14 months later than the W80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G10 grades against the W80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G10 has exterior measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G10 against the W80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G10 and W80 is 72 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and W80.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The G10 has the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The younger G10 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.