Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax W80

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively similar but the LF1 (1/1.7") and W80 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The LF1 was introduced 4 years later than the W80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the LF1 matches up vs the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LF1 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax W80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the LF1 and the W80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and W80 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and W80.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The LF1 comes with the bigger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh easier. The more modern LF1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.