Pentax P80 vs Sony W610

Here is a complete assessment of the Pentax P80 vs Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the P80 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P80 was introduced 3 years earlier than the W610 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the P80 scores vs the W610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio P80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are available at Pentax P80 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax P80 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the P80 and the W610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and W610 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and W610.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony W610 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older P80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.