Pentax W80 vs Sony HX99

Here is a thorough review of the Pentax W80 vs Sony HX99, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the W80 (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the W80 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide totally different sensor sizing.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The W80 was manufactured 10 years prior to the HX99 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the W80 scores against the HX99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio W80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax W80 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W80 enjoys 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) and the Sony HX99 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Pentax W80 vs Sony HX99 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the W80 against the HX99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the W80 and HX99 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the W80 and HX99.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The W80 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will give greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older W80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.