Pentax P80 vs Pentax WG-3

Here, we are evaluating the Pentax P80 versus Pentax WG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are built by Pentax. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the P80 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P80 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WG-3 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the P80 grades against the WG-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio P80 & Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax P80 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax P80 has got outside measurements 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 WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the P80 versus the WG-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P80 and WG-3.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-3 to give more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged P80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.