Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Launched March 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced June 2009
Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Pentax K-r versus Pentax W80, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Pentax. The resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the K-r (APS-C) and W80 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe K-r was unveiled 21 months after the W80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the K-r matches up versus the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-r and Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-r Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Pentax W80
K-r | W80 | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | June 2009 | More modern by 21 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Pentax K-r
W80 | K-r |
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Common features in the Pentax K-r and Pentax W80
K-r | W80 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-r comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Pentax K-r versus Pentax W80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the K-r vs the W80.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the K-r and W80 is 67 and 94 respectively.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-r and W80.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The K-r offers the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The more modern K-r provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Pentax K-r | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-r | Pentax Optio W80 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-03-11 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 598 grams (1.32 lbs) | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 755 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI109,4 x AA | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,100 | $250 |