Pentax W60 vs Pentax W80

Below, we are comparing the Pentax W60 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are sold by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the W60 (10MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W60 was revealed within a month of the W80 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the W60 grades versus the W80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W60 & Pentax Optio W80. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax W60 Gallery & Pentax W80 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax W60 offers external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the W60 compared to the W80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W60 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the W60 and W80.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax W80 to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.