Pentax P80 vs Sony W800
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Pentax P80 vs Sony W800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 125g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2014
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Below, we will be evaluating the Pentax P80 versus Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the P80 (12MP) and W800 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe P80 was brought out 5 years before the W800 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the P80 grades against the W800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax P80 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax P80 over the Sony W800
| P80 | W800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Pentax P80
| W800 | P80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2014 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 55 months |
Common features in the Pentax P80 and Sony W800
| P80 | W800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Pentax P80 vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax P80 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Pentax P80 versus Sony W800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the P80 and the W800.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P80 and W800 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Pentax P80 vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P80 and W800.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W800 to offer you extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged P80 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax P80 vs Sony W800 Specifications
| Pentax Optio P80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax Optio P80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-08-05 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Prime | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.2-6.4 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVI MPEG4 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 97 x 55 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | D-LI68 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $200 | $90 |