Pentax P80 vs Pentax Q

Below, we will be looking at the Pentax P80 versus Pentax Q, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Pentax. The resolution of the P80 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P80 was introduced 22 months prior to the Q which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the P80 grades vs the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P80 & Pentax Q. The whole galleries are available at Pentax P80 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax P80 provides outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax Q has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the P80 versus the Q.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P80 and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P80 and Q.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged P80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.