Pentax W80 vs Sony RX10 III

Here, we are comparing the Pentax W80 versus Sony RX10 III, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the W80 (12MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the W80 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The W80 was revealed 7 years prior to the RX10 III which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the W80 grades against the RX10 III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are provided at Pentax W80 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax W80 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 III has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Compare the Pentax W80 versus Sony RX10 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the W80 versus the RX10 III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W80 and RX10 III is 94 and 53 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the W80 and RX10 III.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The W80 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX10 III will provide greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged W80 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.