Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax W80

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was launched 2 years later than the W80 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SZ7 scores versus the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Pentax Optio W80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax W80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ7 and the W80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ7 and W80.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ7 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent SZ7 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.