Pentax K-x vs Pentax W80

Lets look more closely at the Pentax K-x and Pentax W80, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Pentax. The resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly similar but the K-x (APS-C) and W80 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The K-x was announced 7 months later than the W80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the K-x matches up versus the W80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-x and Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-x has got external measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has proportions 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 Pentax K-x and Pentax W80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the K-x compared to the W80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the K-x and W80 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the K-x and W80.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same MP but different sensor sizing. The K-x comes with the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The fresher K-x provides an advantage in sensor tech.