Pentax P70 vs Pentax P80

Let's examine more closely at the Pentax P70 versus Pentax P80, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Pentax. The image resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the P80 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P70 was introduced 5 months earlier than the P80 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P70 grades vs the P80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio P70 & Pentax Optio P80. The whole galleries are available at Pentax P70 Gallery & Pentax P80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax P70 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax P80 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax P70 versus Pentax P80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the P70 vs the P80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P70 and P80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P70 and P80.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files but you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration.