Panasonic G2 vs Pentax P80

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic G2 vs Pentax P80, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is relatively similar but the G2 (Four Thirds) and P80 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The G2 was launched 12 months later than the P80 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G2 matches up against the P80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Pentax Optio P80. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 comes with outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the G2 vs the P80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G2 and P80 is 72 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G2 and P80.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The G2 contains the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The younger G2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.