Pentax W80 vs Pentax Q

Below, we will be looking at the Pentax W80 and Pentax Q, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Pentax. The resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The W80 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the Q which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the W80 grades versus the Q with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W80 and Pentax Q. The full galleries are provided at Pentax W80 Gallery and Pentax Q Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax W80 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Pentax W80 and Pentax Q in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the W80 vs the Q.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the W80 and Q is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the W80 and Q.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged W80 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.