Pentax P80 vs Pentax Q10

Let's examine more closely at the Pentax P80 and Pentax Q10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P80 (12MP) and the Q10 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P80 was released 4 years prior to the Q10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax P80 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P80 scores vs the Q10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P80 & Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax P80 Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax P80 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the P80 against the Q10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and Q10 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P80 and Q10.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged P80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.