Pentax W80 vs Pentax Q-S1

Here, we are reviewing the Pentax W80 and Pentax Q-S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Pentax. The resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is very similar but the W80 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The W80 was announced 6 years before the Q-S1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the W80 scores vs the Q-S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W80 and Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are available at Pentax W80 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax W80 offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax W80 and Pentax Q-S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the W80 vs the Q-S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W80 and Q-S1 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the W80 and Q-S1.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor dimensions. The W80 uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh tougher. The more aged W80 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.