Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax W80

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SZ1 (16MP) and W80 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was revealed 2 years later than the W80 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the SZ1 matches up vs the W80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ1 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax W80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SZ1 compared to the W80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and W80.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic SZ1 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger SZ1 provides an advantage in sensor tech.