Pentax P80 vs Sony WX50

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Pentax P80 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the P80 (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P80 was unveiled 3 years before the WX50 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the P80 scores versus the WX50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio P80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are provided at Pentax P80 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax P80 provides external 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) while the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Pentax P80 versus Sony WX50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the P80 against the WX50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P80 and WX50 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P80 and WX50.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX50 to render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.