Pentax P80 vs Sony W230

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax P80 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the P80 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P80 was brought out 6 months later than the W230 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the P80 matches up vs the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio P80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax P80 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax P80 features outside 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) and the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Pentax P80 and Sony W230 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the P80 compared to the W230.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P80 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and W230.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.