Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax W80

In this article, we are evaluating the Pentax K-1 II versus Pentax W80, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Pentax. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and W80 (12MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and W80 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-1 II was revealed 8 years after the W80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the K-1 II matches up against the W80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-1 Mark II and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-1 II Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-1 II features external dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) while the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-1 II versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the K-1 II against the W80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 II and W80 is 55 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 II and W80.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K-1 II using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Pentax K-1 II will result in extra detail because of its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer K-1 II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.