Pentax P70 vs Pentax W80

Here, we will be contrasting the Pentax P70 versus Pentax W80, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P70 was brought out 3 months before the W80 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the P70 matches up vs the W80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P70 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax P70 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax P70 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Pentax P70 versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P70 vs the W80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P70 and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P70 and W80.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always take the release date of the cameras into account.