Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1
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93 Imaging
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Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2011
Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both are produced by Pentax. The resolution of the P80 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe P80 was launched 18 months prior to the WG-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the P80 grades against the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio P80 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Pentax P80 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Pentax WG-1
P80 | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Pentax P80
WG-1 | P80 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Pentax P80 and Pentax WG-1
P80 | WG-1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax P80 features physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the P80 vs the WG-1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P80 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P80 and WG-1.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged P80 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Pentax Optio P80 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio P80 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-08-05 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI68 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $200 | $350 |