Pentax W80 vs Sony RX100 V

Following is a extended review of the Pentax W80 vs Sony RX100 V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the W80 (12MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the W80 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The W80 was revealed 8 years earlier than the RX100 V which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the W80 grades vs the RX100 V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax W80 Gallery & Sony RX100 V Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax W80 enjoys outer 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) and the Sony RX100 V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the W80 against the RX100 V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W80 and RX100 V is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the W80 and RX100 V.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The W80 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX100 V will produce greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged W80 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.